Discussion Forum
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Insulating a brick wall
On a home with 12" thick brick walls I am planning on framing 2x4 walls on the interior of the exterior walls. Are there any things I should be concerned…
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simple porch framing
I am a project manager for a Habitat for Humanity Affiliate in CT. All of our new construction houses have a covered front porch. 16' x 5' -Simple framing methods…
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wire mesh in slabs
I've been told that welded wire mesh when used in concrete slabs is primarily to keep sidewalks and patios, etc from spreading not to prevent cracking. If this is true…
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Blower problem
I have an oil fired warm air furnace with a single speed blower. The blower is not coming on and the high limit is turning off the burner. There are…
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window radius
I have a ceiling with a barrel vault, however it is just a section of an arc and not a semi circle. It is a true radius though, and is…
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new? leveling system
Has anyone ever used or seen in use either the Stanley Compulevel or Ziplevel. I got one of those contractor pack of post cards and this really caught my eye.…
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Thick masonry walls
I have a kitchen remodel that I am on. It is a 1930's house with 12" thick concrete exterior walls with a 6" stone veneer, and an inch of plaster…
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HVAC problem…
My A/C stoped working two days ago. I would really appreciate some help trouble shooting if someone has the time. My HVAC contractor is away and we are sweltering in…
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azek question
I am thinking about using AZEK for prefab window surrounds. Does it screw together well? I am planning on using some 5/4 stock to make some sill nosings and then…
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sun tunnel
I was wondering if anyone has used the Velux tubular skylights and if there were any opinons about rigid vs. flexible tubes. ie. loss of reflected light.