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June 16, 2024

V-Nails and the tools to install them are most commonly used for picture framing, but they do have crossover into small carpentry projects and I've even known some cabinet makers…

June 16, 2024

I've got a concrete patio where part of it slopes towards the house. I'd like to tile the patio. Is the best plan to scarify it first to fix the…

June 13, 2024

Hello, I am trying to install this flush mount heat register on a pre-finished flooring. See the photo attached. My question is what is the best method to install this? I am…

June 13, 2024

Is repair possible to this dint in my HardiePlank lap siding?

June 11, 2024

Hi everyone,We are interested in framing a swoop roof on one side of a cross gable we want to add as a covered deck on an ADU/outbuilding of sorts we…

June 11, 2024

Greetings.  I have a two story carriage house that is 53' wide, 16' deep and 13.5' high plus the 6' tall peaks on the sides for a paintable surface of…

June 11, 2024

My wife and I own an italianate farmhouse in New York State.  Originally built circa 1850, it burned down around 1880 and was rebuilt a few years later.  The foundation…

June 8, 2024

New metal roof and gutters less than a year ago. Gutters leaked at ends. Just looking at them you could see the gutters were approx. 1/2 “ short.Contractor had the subcontractor…

June 6, 2024

Hi Everyone,I’m new to the community. I would like to better understand the needs and concerns of contractors and builders like you. I believe that by understanding your challenges and…

June 6, 2024

Novice home owner here.I have  a 28yo house here in NC.  I recently purchsed a new HVAC to be installed in the attic.When doing the pre-installation measurements,  the HVAC contractor…