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sealing around chimney at roof
All started with a bat issue in an attic where brick chimney rises directly through the peak of a 12-pitch roof (passes through framed opening with several inches of clearance.…
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cycling water pump cause…
Got a secondary pressure source for my domestic water, which is run through a radon aerator unit. The pump is cycling on and off at an alarming clip. At times…
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good sources for interior French doors
Been poking around for good sources for interior French Doors. This will be installed in a mudroom, will not see any weather and will not be locked. Will separate the mudroom from…
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extra tickets to see U2 in Boston
Couple friends bailed out last minute, have a pair of tickets to the U2 show in Boston Monday night. Anybody interested? These are the coveted "general admission" tickets that get…
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fastening downspout
I purchased some aluminum downspouts and matching "hooks" that fasten the downspout to the side of the house. This is my first time dealing with downspouts, am scratching my head…
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quality check–DeWalt table saw
I need to pick up a solid table saw for homeowner type use. I do a fair bit of carpentry but am not a professional out there every day. Try…
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is this drip edge doing its job?
Please take a look at this drip edge and tell me if you think it's working properly: View Image On the right-hand side, you can see the rainwater dripping off…
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Properly sealing wood gutter joints
I'm installing some fir gutters and am intent on sealing the end grain well on the joints. The joints consist of mitered returns on the ends and 45 degree scarf…
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Dewalt 8 1/2″ slider: good tool?
I'm looking to buy a miter saw and I've decided to go with DeWalt (80% of my power tools are DW--I've been very happy with them, although occasionally I stray…
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need wood gutter installation tips
I've about to install 38' of wood gutter and wondered if I could ask for some suggestions (Piffin, I know you've done a fair bit of these over on the…