Discussion Forum
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composite decking?
My project for this spring is a deck. I want to do a composite deck. In my reasearch I have found too many options. I am looking for suggestions on…
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Good Windows?
OK, so I had a house built for me. The builder recommended and installed vinyl WeatherShield "Vision" windows. I paid extra for the argon gas and low e coating to…
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Oh no, the stain does not match!!
This is for all of you finish guys. I recently purchased a unfinished mantle with the intent of placing it im my great room. I was able to take it to work and…
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Sump pump drain
OK, I am looking for information on the best way to run my sump pump line. Right now I have a 2" PVC pipe stubbed to the outside. I would like…
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Painting Tips
Hello all, I am currently building my home (subcontracting all the way) and we are finishing up the drywall. Soon it will be time to paint. In order to make up…
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TILE GROUT?
I am planning to use spectra lock epoxy grout (to reduce staining and easier clean up) in the bathrooms in my new house. I just recently heard that there are…
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Computer wiring?
I am in the process of building my dream home. Right now I am in the rough electrical phase. I would like to wire my house with CAT 5 wiring…
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Insulating exterior basement walls
I'm getting to break ground this week on my new home just outside of Ann Arbor, Mi. I am considering installing the white 2" foam board insulation on the exterior…
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Construction of Radon barrier
Hello to all! I am planning to build a home just out side of Ann Arbor, MI. Recently I found out the area has high levels of radon in the ground. …
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GEOTHERMAL is it worth it???
I'm looking at putting in a geothermal heating and cooling system in my 2,800 sq ft home that I am planning on building this summer. I am building in the Ann…