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November 13, 2021

I am continuing a full gut update with many improvements to the energy efficiency and air tightness of the structure.  I have struggled with how I will most efficiently install…

November 13, 2021

I ran a 24 v transformer to the R and C wires (per uncle mike). Nothing lights up. Should it? Or do I have to run the Nest Ap before…

November 13, 2021

I am building a ranch for retirement. It is in a 3 acre lot in Michigan, Detroit area. This is my 2nd home and last build.  It is a 2200…

November 12, 2021

Opening up 1970's built home, living room had a 20 ft wall which I have replaced with LVL beams, but kitchen wall is offset approx 30" . Would like advice…

November 11, 2021

I've got drywall taped, coated, and sanded.  The way the windows are in these rooms, the light shines right along the ceiling so I was planning on skim-coating everything for…

November 11, 2021

Hi.I have a crawlspace that’s attached to the part of the house from 1900s. There are two access to it, one from the basement and the other from the outside.…

November 10, 2021

Does anyone know which, if any miter saws will hold up to cutting PVC trim?My almost new Makita 36 volt has cut a few hundred cuts and now is draggingsomewhere…

November 7, 2021

Hi Everyone,   I'm looking to build a covered patio that will include an outdoor kitchen, seating area and an outdoor fireplace, attached to the house.  The dimensions I have in mind…

November 6, 2021

Hi all,I have a concrete walkway already butt up against the foundation of my house.  It has settled with too much slop from the home.  What is the best way…

November 5, 2021

I am planning to wainscot a wall with a 13 foot L by 60 inch H frame and panel. I prebuilt the wainscot and it ready to lift and attach.…