Discussion Forum
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bulkhead basement doors
Was wondering if anyone has had any experience with any low maintence bulkhead doors. The Bilko plastic door won't fit my application. I have tried to contact a company in…
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What to do with gas line
Stupid Homeowner Question #74 I have a dryer gas supply line the sticks out of the wall about 6" horizontally. Because of this I can get the dryer no closer…
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How Clean is Clean Enough
Stupid Homeowner question #72 My contractor has finished drywall taping and sanding. I'm going to be priming and painting the walls and ceiling. What is the best way to clean…
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Material around stove exhaust fan
I have putting a exhaust fan insert behind the soffit above my cooktop. I have no upper cabinets or fan hood above the 7' cookttop run. It's just a drywall…
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Planning for an Old Dog
I have a 10 year old lab that is starting to have problems peeing in the house. I'm currently renovating the Kitchen and adding a Family room addition. I was…
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Pressure Washer – How much pressure?
Stupid Homeowner question #72 I'm currently renovating my home and having an addition built. My front yard had to be trenched for new waste and water lines. The excavators left…
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Floor Joists – Best way to strengthen
House built in 1890s Gable roof 12/12 pitch, 2x4 rafters, 24" OC, collar ties 3' from ridge. 1/2" plywood sheathing on roof with 1 layer of asphalt shingles. 4 foot…
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Shower body spray – Correct Hieght
Stupid Homewoner Question #73: My new Bathroom is being plumbed. I have a main shower head on one wall and three body sprays mounted on the adjacent side wall. The…
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Sidewall flashing w/o removing shingles
Stupid homeowner question #78: My roof is being redone. Complete tearoff after 120 years. I have a dormer w/ cedar shingle siding (see photo). In my discussions with the roofer…
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Existing Walls – Slow Rise Foam
I have a 120 year old home with no insulation. Exterior wall construction is true 2 x 4 walls, with 3/4" boards on exterior for sheathing covered by cedar shingles.…