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April 4, 2024

I knew my flat roof was bad but just found out toady that it needs replacement ASAP.I live in Toronto. The roof is not too big, maybe 200-300 sq feet.…

April 3, 2024

Hi,I’m curious if anyone has had a lot of success with the aluminum corners for cement board lap siding. I know a lot of older homes without corner boards used…

April 3, 2024

Good morning all, Bit of a trivial one, but hope someone might have some thoughts. I install a form of secondary glazing I've developed, most commonly in old, single glazed…

March 27, 2024

I am looking to pump water from my well at bottom of hill, roughly 60 feet uphill, for a run of approximately 600 feet. Will a 1 inch pex run…

March 26, 2024

Hi,Hope somebody can help me out. I would like to use ice and water shield as a capillary break between the footer and the CMUs. I am in the western…

March 26, 2024

Discovered only after new record setting heavy rains. Someone at a local hardware store suggested either trying a cement (or mortar - but it's in a tight spot), or use…

March 26, 2024

I would appreciate some recommendations for a Radon Test Kit.  I have a 2 story home with a full basement.Thank You

March 26, 2024

I plan to build my own house next summer. I have some carpentry experience but am by no means a pro. I have a basic floor plan, but I'm trying…

March 25, 2024

Greetings again, folks.Working on my own home.Built in 1903. Lap siding. At some time in the past someone apparently removed it all, and the shiplap, and put in insulation.It needs…

March 25, 2024

want reembursement