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November 28, 2023

Hi,We are changing the baseboards to a modern style and not applying a quarter round shoe moulding. However, the gap between the last flooring board and the wall is about…

November 21, 2023

Is it absolutely required that deck joist blocking be installed directly over the deck beam?Can the blocking be off the beam by 1-1/2"?

November 19, 2023

I have a foundation/stem wall build with ICF forms and framing with Huber ZIP. I intend the waterproof the ICF with Liquid Rubber Foundation sealant. What is he best option…

November 15, 2023

Hey all. I have a house that was built in the early 1900s, colonial style. The original window head flashing is a sloped piece of wood trim that looks much…

November 15, 2023

I am framing my house this spring and was hoping for some input on the wall I am using.  I have attached an image of the assembly.  I have a…

November 13, 2023

My sister lives in the suburbs of Denver. She has a small house that was likely built in the 70's. The house was built in an area that has expansive…

November 13, 2023

Hello All,I need to replace two 1x12” subfloor planks, however Douglas fur and yellow pine aren’t available locally. Is it feasible to use “whitewood” or rip down plywood instead.I do…

November 10, 2023

Hello, so here is the scenarioI have a 20x40 building Im trying to design, the space is fully open no interior walls. I was thinking of building a ridge beam…

November 8, 2023

Hi all,I’m looking for suggestions on how best to flash the vertical edge of a poured concrete foundation. My thought is a custom bent aluminum flashing as we plan to…

November 7, 2023

Hello,I am putting in a crawlspace exterior door.I decided to go with a larger 36in door for this rough opening since it was available.  The previous 32 in door had…