Discussion Forum
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Roofing-Composite Slate Shingles
Looking for feedback on composite slate shingles, pros and cons; something other than I will get from a salesman or brochure preferably from someone who has installed one, and/or has…
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Squeaky 2nd Floor
Good news the carpet is up. Some OSB replaced with plywood, OSB nailed, plywood screwed but screws w/o shanks. Doubtful if adhesive was used. The thing is, squeaks will occure…
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Garage Spalling Floor Repair
A friends garage, Michigan. Several areas of spalling on the concrete floor. Want to smooth it out and paint. Paint will be epoxy. Should I patch with Quickcrete Vinyl patching…
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Bouncy Floor
Condo kitchen floor with 2x10 joists, 16" OC, spanning 15', OSB on top glued and screwed. Owner wants me to stiffen it up. Luckally the basement under that area is…
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HW Heater Relief Valve
Hot Water Tanks, the pressure relief valve. OK. I am getting mixed signals. Some say never touch the actuator valve to test and some say it should be tested regularly. …
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Chimney Cap Morter
Michigan. Chimney cap, morter is starting to show some chipping and needs minor patching. Is the use of Vinyl patching compound, quickcrete, acceptable for chimney caps? Once cured, would it not…
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Lightolear can lights
Is the thermocouple replacable? Have two in a ceiling of many that keeps blinking. Bulbs are 65 W and rated up to 150W. Insulation is not in contact, however the…
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HotTub on the deck
Another person who wants to put a HotTub on the deck. I mentioned the weight and supporting members, I am not qualified to make a judgement in addition to the…
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Concrete Counter
Concrete Counter Finally going to do one, mine. Always wanted to try it. FHB 146 article helped. I also want to do a backsplash. Do you think I can go…
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Concrete Countertops
Concrete Countertop Love these, have always wanted to do one. Fu-Tung Cheng article in FHB 146, May 2002 has inspired me. Will start with my own. Lady asked me many years…