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Problems after sealing a crawlspace
Q: To dry out my crawlspace, I recently laid a plastic vapor barrier over its dirt floor. However, last winter, the 1920s-vintage house developed gaps in the hardwood floors and warped…
Plumbing Under a Concrete Floor
Layout is critical when the pipes are cast in stone.
Supporting a deck without attaching it to the house
Q: The deck on my stucco house was attached by running the joists through the walls and into the house. Posts support the outer part of the deck. Some of the…
Graphic Guide to Site Construction: Grading and Drainage Principles
Guidelines for preventing erosion and directing water away from the house
Tiling over a Cracked Concrete Slab
Before tiling over cracks in the concrete, first prep the slab with a crack-isolation membrane.
A Firm Foundation for a Backyard Shed
Here are four ways of building a basic, on-grade foundation for backyard buildings.
Sealing a Crawlspace
Close the vents and let a heavy-duty vapor barrier keep moisture, mold and radon out of the living space.
Blow-Dryers on the Job
A common blow-dryer (1875w), which costs about $20, can be a useful tool on winter job sites. I’m not talking about preventing bad-hair days, but providing an instant source of…
Raise High the Bungalow
An architect adds a new first floor under his house to gain space and better views of Puget Sound.
Adding on to a Stone Foundation
Careful excavation, custom concrete forms, and the right concrete mix help to make the job go smoothly.

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