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Outside Border Wall Extension
August 1, 2021

Hi,I have a border wall of my home which is created between my land & my neighbours land, to stop smell, I want to increase the height of that wall. Please…
Cut Deck Posts Now or Later??
July 31, 2021

Hey Everyone,I'm currently re-building a deck (I kept the sub-structure). I'm installing 4x4 cedar deck posts but I am unsure of the railing type, height, and etc just yet. Since…
Thermatru passive door latch doesn’t project into the sill o
July 29, 2021

I have a thermatru french patio door. The passive door has a handle that operates the latches above and below. The post above projects 3/4 inch. The post on the…
Skim coat with planex and quick-set lite. Ok?
July 27, 2021

Hey Gang,I know there’s a bunch of ways to do this and many opinions but I’m too busy/lazy to research and decide this time, so just tell me:I blew my…
Should I caulk where stair risers meet a skirt board?
July 26, 2021

I am a DIY’er who recently converted carpeted stairs to oak treads and risers. I am not an expert, so yes, the seams are not as tight as an experienced…
30x 48 garage foundation new construction not level
July 26, 2021

Garage stem wall was poured with a 2-2.5 " gradual elevation difference front to rear .What are my options to bring the sill plate level?
Ijoists
July 25, 2021

Hi all,This is a follow up to a previous post regarding sagging ceiling in our 2nd floor 20' spanned master bed room. We had 3 estimates and proposals. 2 were…
Slant/Shed roof design questions
July 23, 2021

I'm drafting a 40'x25' building with a 3/12 shed roof pitch.This is the first time someone has asked me to draft this type of roof design. The reference materials i've been using…
Rainscreen wall
July 21, 2021

I will be adding new windows and siding as part of a remodel. Siding contractor wants to use Benjamin Obdykde Slicker HD instead of furring strips for creating a rainscreen…
Where to end new header in re-model?
July 20, 2021

Hey all,I've been reading a lot on this site but first time posting. I'm re-modeling the bathrooms on a duplex I just purchased due to a lot of rot and…

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