Discussion Forum
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Basement in Seattle?
I am in the process of planning a detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) in Seattle. This is on a rental property that I own. I am considering putting a basement…
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Hardi panel siding as tile backer?
I have a bunch of leftover Hardi panel siding (4 x 8 sheet scraps) that I am thinking of using as tile backerboatrd. Any reason not to do this? I…
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Can light puzzle
I have 2 can lights that were installed as part of a basement remodel a couple of years ago. The remodel included new wiring throughout the house. The two lights…
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Perf pipe under basement slab
I am building a house with a basement in Seattle (rains alot) on a site that would appear to have a fairly high water table...ie right below the slab level.
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Steel Beams 101
Anyone know of a good article on using steel beams in residential construction? I am relatively new to the business but the last 2 projects I have worked on have…
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Form-a-Drain system
Is anybody out there familiar with the Form-a-Drain system of footing forms... http://www.certainteed.com/products/foundations/foundation-insulation/311520 ? It's a little expensive, but it looks like a great system and eliminates the labor of…
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Building code for sleeping lofts
Can anyone point me to a good online description of the code for sleeping lofts...or summarize it here?
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flat roof material
Anyone have input on the best material to use on a flat roof? I am working on a new house that will have a 3/12 metal roof over half of…
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Flat roof material
Anyone have input on the best material to use on a flat roof? I am working on a new house that will have a 3/12 metal roof over half of…
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Foundation reuse
I am starting a project that involves a rebuild of a house destroyed by fire. The owner is hoping to reuse the existing foundation but wants to add a second…