Discussion Forum
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preparation for new metal roof over old roof
Can I put rigid insulation panels over my existing asphalt roof (with 1x4 strapping between panels) and attach new metal roof right overtop? There is no attic so it seems like…
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Can I put rigid insulation on top of an old torch-on roof?
Can I put rigid foam insulation overtop an existing low pitch roof? The existing roof is torch on. I'd like to cover with metal roofing. My plan is to put…
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venting outdoor shower
I want to get rid of all the vent stacks that are venting my outdoor shower, washing machine and kitchen sink. I wonder, is it ok to put one of…
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Is Du-Al concrete block construction good for a house
I found a house today that is a great value (great land, great location, great price) that is concrete block (Du-Al) and Steel beam construction. Steel beams supported on the…
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Can I retrofit old wood frame windows?
I have a bunch of old single pane wood casement windows in my house. Each individual panel is easy to take out because they all open with a crank. Can…
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Dryer circuit problem
My dryer stopped working. i suspected a blown fuse and I was right but I replaced it and it still wont work. I checked the wires at the top of…
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Hanging stair stringers from hanger board. Is this ok?
I need some stair advice. I am hanging stairs for my deck. The first stair is 7" from the deck surface (see picture), so the stringers cannot be attached to…
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folding glass wall
Can anyone tell me a good source for those fold-away glass walls? The ones that have floor to ceiling panels that sit in a track and fold together? I have…
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remote control valve
Can anyonwe suggest where I could find a remote control valve for a standard half inch water line? I have a regular gate valve on a line that drains my…
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Header rot
My deck has one small spot of rot, (see attached drawing) unfortunately it has rotted down half way through the header for the stairs on my deck (12 stairs). I…