Discussion Forum
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Sub-Panel and Wire Gauge Size
We are repurposing a room and in doing so we are upgrading the electrical. The electrician I use on most of my jobs is very good and has agreed to…
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Does Size Matter?
Okay, I have a mansard roof to build. Rafters are 8J16s x 12'. It is to be sheathed with 3/4 cdx, then 2" Z-clips and 2" rigid insulation and then…
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Framing Carpenter Test
I need to hire 2-3 framing carpenters. Would like them to also be able to do finish carpentry - a boy can dream. Must have experience with heavy lumber framing…
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Gloves
Okay, My head is about to explode. We have discussed this before but posting is therapy and I need a sanity check - okay, insanity check. "Back in my day"...…
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Building Gasket
I am building a building between two buildings. The flanking buildings are approximately 2" - 3" away from my building's walls. I would like to seal/ gasket the space at…
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Job Site Work Habits
Okay, my head is about to explode. I have a decent crew. They are respectful, punctual, and good workers. Having said that - they are slobs. Lunch garbage all around.…
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Let’s Talk Fire Cuts
What's a proper fire cut? I thought that was a simple question, but I cannot find a clear cut (ahem) answer. So far I have: Top of the joist must…
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Surface, Ground, Well Waters
So, my buddy has a cabin/ shack in the woods. A pretty cool place. No water. No electricity. No cell or internet signals. Completely off the grid. He wants to…
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Concrete Slab Design
Okay, you've dug a basement 15' deep. Ground is dry as bone. Buildings to the left and to the right. All roof water feeds to internal drains. Back yard is…
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3 Tablesaws, Pick One or…
Okay, I need to buy a site tablesaw for a BIG project. I would really like the Dewalt DW746X because of the rack and pinion fence, but that's $1,300. Not…