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March 25, 2024

Hi, thanks to anyone in advance for reading and offering their suggestions, and/or opinions on this particular question. Rudimentary Photos included for clarity.  I am in the process of renovating my…

March 25, 2024

Reston Roofing is a roof repair, and roofing contractor in Oakton, VA, providing a detailed analysis and a quality roof design. We offer cost effective solutions to all your roofing problems…

March 24, 2024

2-story SOG house in  zone 4.The downstairs is finished (fibreglass batt insulation in walls). The house is above grade on all sides. I believe no insulation under slab or perimeter…

March 23, 2024

My wife and I are considering purchasing a 2-story 1600 sq. foot home that is built on a 1950s era slab foundation. I have some concerns that the slab —…

March 22, 2024

I’m building a house with double top plate, trusses will then be set. I’m checking for level top plate Monday, but I know the concrete is out a 1/4” plus…

March 19, 2024

Hi!I noticed this deep crack near my egress window the other day. I can’t tell how deep it goes but it looks like some water may have gotten in and…

March 18, 2024

Porch overhang, possibly metal originally was reshingled to the best of my knowledge and looks like they left low spots on the corners, which has led to wood rot on…

March 17, 2024

Hi all,Today is the day I ask a random question that comes to my mind every now and then — Is there a reason why electrical service panels are designed…

March 17, 2024

Our siding contractor wants to skip insulation on James hardie shake siding because it goes beyond our new windows. I want it insulated, and they told us to get windows installed…

March 16, 2024

How thick should footers be in West TN in rocky hill soil? My width is going to be 12 inches but I can not find anywhere on the thickness required.…