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1895 Late Queen Anne Renovation – Inefficient Ductwork for an Efficient Forced Air System
We are renovating an 1895 Late Queen Anne (prior to moving in). Forced air with a 2008 high efficiency furnace with low efficiency or lack thereof, ductwork. The upper floor…
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Thermostat for separate heating and AC
I have a boiler system with baseboard heat. I just installed a separate AC system (SpacePak). The question I have - a simple one at that - is can I…
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Cast Iron Cleanout Seized
I have an old house with cast iron drain and waste pipe, mixed with pvc, copper. I recently installed a basement bathroom with a sewage pump/crock - - being that the…
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Strengthening Floor Joist
I am preparing to strengthen the floor joists in my basement. I am planning to add a room below these joists, and want to reduce the excessive bounce. I noticed…
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Drywall Materials Takeoff
I am contracting my first home and so far, am having fun with my preparation. I have some good prices for labor, materials in several areas. However, I definitely want…