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August 9, 2018

Hi,  I'm replacing the windows in my home while remodeling. I removed the old wooden brickmould from the previous insert windows and am replacing with renovations windows complte with a…

August 6, 2018

I'm planning on adding on to my existing Garage with a simple shed roof, but I'm not sure how to tie into the existing 12:12 pitch. And what that detail…

August 3, 2018

How would you handle the seam where durock of shower surround meets drywall above the tilework ?

July 30, 2018

I'm building an outdoor sauna with a wood burning sauna stove.  The floor will have a 3/4" subfloor but I need a non-combustible floor surface.  I would prefer to have…

July 29, 2018

I'm building this doghouse for a new gas fireplace. As you can see, foundations poured and joists and subfloor in. All inspections passed so far. The walls are framed but…

July 26, 2018

 I am adding 1000 sqft of 1 sqft by 2" interlocking pavers to my side yard and back yard in Decatur TX.  If possible I want to reuse the materials…

July 26, 2018

Hello All,  I am looking for answer which I can not seem to find elsewhere. How is the second floor bottom  Plate secured to the OSB RImboard and engineered I-Joist…

July 26, 2018

I have an issue with a porch, it has a 4 inch drop in 12 ft. Do I keep the railing level or go with the slope, also it is…

July 25, 2018

I've found a vanity base that I like from Lowes with a sink already attached. I like the base but not the sink. Is there anyway to remove it? I…

July 22, 2018

We're building a 8x12 shed with a simple gable roof using 2x6 rafters. This is our first time building a house so things haven't been very smooth, but at least…