Discussion Forum
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Shed roof to wall ventilation
When sheathing the roof of a new addition to an existing wall, how much should I leave the last peice back from the wall to allow air to flow through.…
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Mud slab on porch
I'm building an addition with an attached porch for a client of mine. THe plans call for the porch to have 2x10 joists @ 12", 3/4" Advantech subfloor, a 2"…
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Asphalt shingle question
I have a job where homeowner wants 50 yr archs, but doesn't want to use the Tamko brand that my roofer uses. Do you guys have any certain brands you…
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Paslode trim nailers
I have a question about cordless nailers. I've been doing more remodel and punch list type work lately so dragging my dirty air hoses through a finished house is not…
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Permacast Columns
I have a set of plans for a new front porch, the posts are labeled as 12" square permacast columns with a custom azek trim panel. It doesn't seem like I…
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Need work in coastal Delaware
Anyone in southern Delaware need help? I'm a licensed and insured carpenter with tools looking for work. Efficent in all phases from framing through finish work. Thanks.
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Job Sequence Question?
Drywall is finished and paint is going on, I'm working out how to finish the house. There will be hardwood floor, carpet, and vinyl floors going in but each one carries it's…
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White Cedar Shingles
I have a question for the New Englanders, I know you use whites a lot. What's the life expectancy for a white cedar shingle at 5" exp? As long as…
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Roof Venting
If a roof is vented at the ridge and soffit, is it wrong to also install gable end vents. We had a long and over analysized discussion on this today…
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Egress window question
Does anyone know if an Anderson tilt-wash double hung 30310 meets egress requirements. It seems as though it does, but my Anderson catelog doesn't label which ones are and aren't.…