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July 12, 2018

Please disregard that I am not finished in this picture. However, once I finish the wall I am putting fence posts in the holes every so many feet. I am…

July 9, 2018

Looking for elegent solutions for venting roofs at eaves & soffits within 5' of property line due to new requirements of IRC 302.1

July 8, 2018

Hi  I have marble countertops in the kitchen in our new construction home.  The electrical code is requiring us to install two outlets in these countertops.  I’d like to install…

July 7, 2018

We had our kitchen cabinets refaced and new doors made back in 1999. The contractor left the industry maybe 10 years ago. From time to time over the years individual…

July 4, 2018

Looking for some general drywall advice from folks who know more then I do. We are drywalling garage ceiling. Joists are 2x6 12OC.  -Since joists are so close do I…

June 30, 2018

 I am wanting to build a pergola over my existing patio I would like to catch the early morning sun in the east and as the day matures have the…

June 30, 2018

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June 28, 2018

My new deck framing is done and tomorrow deck boards will be installed. I wanted deck to be 7" below the door so the deck furniture doesn't block the low…

June 26, 2018

I am remodeling a apartment suit on 3dr floor at 4story building. I remove load bearing wall in between kitchen and living room. opening length will be 13.5'. One side…

June 24, 2018

I can't find any info in the IRC for beam size and cantilever length for a porch roof. Can anyone help in aiding me in finding the information?    Currently based…