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Using Trim-Tex Buttboard
August 8, 2022

Started placing drywall in my house, going for a very smooth (hopefully level 5) modern finish. I am relatively new to drywall and have read everything I could to prepare.…
New shingled roof
August 1, 2022

We had our roof replaced on Friday, we live in R.I. so the temp was in the high 80s. I’m having an issue with how some things look. There is…
attic floor joists
July 31, 2022

I need to remove a load bearing wall. I have old 2 x 6 joists can I double them and run 14 feet and put on a joist hangers on…
Connector/Drag truss reaction force transfer to foundation
July 31, 2022

We are stuck in the middle of construction due to a truss issue.Our GC didn't review the truss calculations with structural engineer and the trusses are manufactured and installed already.…
Coastal Siding
July 28, 2022

We're building a house right on the Oregon coast and debating siding. We'd like to be as low maintenance as possible, which is asking a lot in a saltwater environment.…
Adding additional Rafters to existing roof structure
July 27, 2022

I am rehabing a ranch house constructed in 1974. The construction was done by the original owner as a self build using locally milled lumber for the majority of framing. …
Unusual stringer
July 27, 2022

Somebody helped me redoing my staircase and instead of a regular stringer he installed these triangles. Each of the triangle has three 3’’ screws screwed into wood.Is this safe? How…
Attached Garage
July 24, 2022

I put a basement under my cottage about 18 years ago and now I want to add an attached garage. To make the description easier I'll say the house runs…
Replacing bathtub with shower
July 21, 2022

Looking into replacing master bathtub with shower. Foundation is hydronic radiant heat slab. My biggest concern is any leaking in shower floor due to any expansion or contraction caused by…
Exterior Window Trim Question
July 8, 2022

Hi there - I am new to the channel. Wanted to run a question by some of you experts out there. I am replacing windows in my home with replacement…

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