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August 18, 2024

I'm using 1x6 T&G pine planks for the finished ceiling in a bedroom - should I place furring over the drywall to ensure a tight nailing??

August 16, 2024

I really need to re-grade my yard because the neighbor raised their grade and it causes water pooling along the lot line.I had heard that you can’t add additional soil…

August 14, 2024

HiWe're building an A-frame and we decided to put some skylights on the roof. We picked the small velux deck mounted fixed skylights (FS A06) as well as the Velux…

August 13, 2024

I cannot figure how to use pump jacks on a steep pitch 9/12 roof so that i can get up to the gable to side it.  House is 44' long. …

August 13, 2024

I am looking to side my house with real wood (redwood) siding.  Love the idea of horizontal nickle-gap, but I am concerned that water will get sucked into the gap…

August 12, 2024

What’s the most innovative home improvement project or technique you’ve tried recently, and how has it transformed your space? Share your experiences and tips to inspire fellow builders and DIY…

August 10, 2024

I'd like to build an 8x20 shed so it could be converted later into a "tiny house" for guests. I'm doing the work alone, and have a torn rotator cuff, …

August 9, 2024

Just bought the home.Neither hot water heater has a pan.Concrete floor.Need advice on how to plumb drain/pressure relief valve to the outside of house. One HWH is on an exterior…

August 8, 2024

The temperature in my attic has been running 30-50F (112-125F) higher than outside (65-75F max) since April, which seems very high to me. The gable roof has black architectural shingles…

August 8, 2024

So our house in Northern California was built in the early 1960's.  The materials from inside to out go: studs, brown paper, then siding. For the parts with stucco there…