Discussion Forum
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western re vs. eastern white cedar?
Need to re-side a home near Chicago il and am wondering if there is a difference worth considering between the two. Will be a combo of shakes and bevel siding.…
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Cement board siding w/Asbestos?
Hello all I am starting a project outside of Chicago and the home owner has asked me for advice. The house was sided whith what I think is asbestos cement siding…
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Chicago-Need well rounded Remodeler
I am looking for experianced remodeling carpenters (1 maybe 2) for a project in Oak Park. Looking for an experianced framer who is also familiar with all phases of construction. …
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photovoltaics guestion?
I am doing doing a second story addition and cannot afford panels at this time however I would like to prep for the possibility down the road. I am just…
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Rusty mess. (help please)
Just found a bucket of tools that must have been left in the rain and then put in the shop wet last fall. The @#%$#@$# @#$@@# @#$#@# of #%$%% is…
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Which is a better Boiler?
Need to replace the boiler in my house and need to choose between a Bryant bw2-175 and the Utica mgb-175 will be here for the long haul 30 to 40 yrs.…
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An Idiots guide to PEX?
I have a "friend"... yea a friend who needs one. The guide we are full up on Idiots. ; )
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My Builing Dept. and PEX?
Just talked to the directer of our building dept. According to him there is supposed to be an issue with pex tubing degrading when in contact with cat 5 cable and…
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conduit vs. romex
Conduit vs Romex I am just outside of Chicago and have the green light to run Romex however my local electricians all run conduit like dear old Dad. Does anyone have…