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July 12, 2017

I took out a large bush that was behind the retaining wall in the photos.  The bush and root system anchored the dirt on the slope to the right of…

July 8, 2017

Hello!   I have been beating my head all over the internet trying to find the answer to this so I thought I'd try asking here.  

July 8, 2017

I am trying to find an article that discusses particulars of installing a composite deck. I would like to find out the pros/cons of square edge vs. grooved. Joist recommedations…

July 8, 2017

In escrow on a cabin that has a rough granite firelplace that looks pretty bad both inside and outside. Suggestions on cleaning?

July 7, 2017

I recently ordered replacement Andersen (Eagle) exterior clad doors, specifying a standard 3'0" x 6'8" door size.  Imagine my shock when the $4500 acquisitions arrived and topped out at a…

July 6, 2017

I have a wood beam in the basement of my house whch has concerned me since bought is. The deflection is noticible and I would like to replace it with a…

July 3, 2017

I am buying an old cabin that has copper siding over old wood with a couple of layers paint. Is it worth trying to restore by sandblasting? Would it be…

July 2, 2017

New Construction.  2 x 12 rafters.  eyeballing underside of rafters looks nice, of course who can see 1 /4 inch sag or rise. Need to nail nailer to gable wall…

July 2, 2017

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July 1, 2017

Hi, we had an internal foundation drain installed and with that a 'miradrain', which is basically a dimple mat that extends up the wall to channel the water in to…