Discussion Forum
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Log fastening??
I have a question about a log cabin I plan on building this summer. I ordered a tractor trailer of 6"x6" square timbers over the winter and it will arrive in…
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New Contractor Looking for advice…where’s the profit hidden??
Hey all, I just shut down my crew for the winter up here in northern Canada (no one works in the winter up these parts unless a really huge project…
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Ideas/tips for building doors for garage opening
I'm building a garage for myself. It's been on my to-do list for the better part of the last ten years. I have the shell up and completed. Now I…
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Favourite brand/type of snips/cutting method for aluminum soffit and vinyl siding??
I recently finished installing all of the soffit and fascia on a 24'x32' garage and I have a pair of large handled tin snips that I find perfect for cutting…
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Starting out and looking for some general advice on marketing/drumming up business
Hey all, I'm relatively young (32) and have started a small construction company. I've been working in the residential carpentry field for most of my life and have done it…
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Thinking of buying a Spinscreed….does anyone have an opinion about them? Reviews? Suggestions?
Hey all, I am wondering if anyone has any experience using a Spinscreed and would be willing to share with me. I am contemplating buying a spinscreed as finding labour…
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Form stakes for extremely rocky soil?? Wood stakes just bust up when the sledge hits ’em
I'm pouring a slab and i'm wondering if anyone has any tips or tricks for holding formboards in place for concrete where the ground is extremely rocky. Where i'm going…
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How do i price out a job for labour costs?
Hey all, I built an addition for my sister on her house (16' x 30') and it's on the main highway here in northern ontario. I have been getting asked…
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What far apart should I space my 6″x6″ posts for my gazebo/shed?
I plan on building a "gazebo" out of some trusses i have kicking around. My trusses are 28' span w/ 2' eves. I have 13 of them. So my building…
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Securing 6×6 posts to resist uplift…suggestions plz!
I plan on building a gazebo very soon. I have gathered up my trusses and roofing material. I have my true 6"x6"x10' square timbers ready to go. I live on…