Discussion Forum
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How about footing under basement stairs?
If I'm replacing the basement stairs and the floor is 3-4" thick, do i need to have a footing under the last stair? Can I skip the footing If the…
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pls recommend material for post
Hello. I'd like to get an opinion on what material I should use to replace an old post in my basement. The post coming out is an old tree post…
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Working alone
I've been learning to work alone, rented a Hi-jack to raise a doubled 20' LVL.
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does subfloor removal affect structure?
The plan is to level the first floor of this 1-1/2 story wood frame house by pulling up the subloor and sistering new level joists to the original 2x6s. I've…
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Renovation in progress
I dig seeing the work people do, so I thought somebody might enjoy these pictures. Someday I'll quit my F/T job and do this stuff instead. Urban Pioneerism. The original…
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drywall not up yet… insulation open
I am in the middle of renovation and the chicago winter is coming. I have the living room of my 1888 wood frame house gutted, but I won't be putting…