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great opportunity or recipe 4 headache?
I am a licensed general contractor who does a lot of small remodels, small handyman-type jobs, and a fair amount of finish carpentry. I generally work alone. I recently bid to…
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craftsman style bay window
Customer wants me to move a window, 4'0" x 4'0", and add a site-built bay for it. Siding is horizontal lap siding 1x6. Craftsman style home probably built around 1920.…
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R.O. for 5′ tub
What is the standard R.O. for a 5' tub/shower? thanks!
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garage conversion – red flags? questions
Looked at a job the other day - couple of 'businessmen' are converting a detached garage into a granny flat. Its actually already kinda halfway converted, so I guess they're…
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Senco model-L pin nailer blows seal
I guess my Senco model-L pin nailer blew a seal - Its probably 15 years old, I was using it on a very hot day, and something popped inside, followed…
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jig for repetitive crosscuts
I'm building a lot of open shelf cabinets, and I need some kind of jig for accurate repetetive crosscuts. The shelves are typically 16" deep, so I've been using a…
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Big Blue Box falling down on the job
This is just a rant. Went to Big Blue the other day to pick up some materials to start a job. HO was with me, checkbook in hand. Said we…
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logo / sign / uniforms?
Starting up my contracting business, and considering a logo, vehicle sign, and yes, even uniforms (I like the professional image that uniforms present). Anyone here care to share a picture…
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BilJax panel lift -Flintstone technology
Saw this subject come up in another thread, but didn't want to hijack it, so I'm starting a new thread here. I work alone. Recently had a 10' clg. to…
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contracting in California
This message is directed mainly to anyone contracting in California. I have been licensed as a General Contractor in California since 1989. My license status is inactive, and has been…