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Install Kozy Kollar roof vent from below
December 23, 2023

I'm considering this roof vent flashing kit that's installed from inside attic that relies on compression and sealant rather than a flange that tucks under shingles. It's a new roof…
Dry Creek beds – Drainage Swales
December 21, 2023

Dry Creek beds and drainage swales and landscape features that manage water flow. Dry creek beds mimic the appearance of natural streams but remain dry under normal conditions. Drainage swales…
Cedar Siding Shingles Weathering
December 18, 2023

Recently completed installing cedar shingles on our cottage. The shingles we used were “bleached” with the intent that they would age grey evenly over time. Very happy with the look…
Framing around fireplace
December 17, 2023

Hello,I cut back some drywall around an unused fireplace and found a partially open cavity where there was once brick, and some wood framing and rock wool above the steel…
Distinctions cabinets
December 17, 2023

Hello everyone. About ten or more years ago I used Distinctions cabinets when I remodeled my kitchen, it's the brand home Depot and Lowe's used to carry, which was made…
Patchwork Hardie Board
December 14, 2023

The Hardie siding has just been installed and I can’t believe that they “patched” the bottom with a thinner board. There is a small patch board on the bottom left…
Antique swinging door hardware
December 11, 2023

I have two swinging doors through the butler's pantry in my 1908 Neo-Classical house. Both doors had issues sticking, because of various issues (settling, wood swelling with moisture, etc.). One…
New construction from the ground up
December 10, 2023

My wife and I are under contract on a large tract of vacant land, there are several passed perk tests on the property, natural gas, electric, and fiber internet are…
transferring power
December 9, 2023

I currently am re-modeling a first home for me & my wife. I am now tackling the living room, adding canless lights & a fan. Currently the room has one…
Flashing detail
December 8, 2023

I'm in the process of building my new home. My structural engineer sent preliminary foundation and framing plans to my architect to check for any conflict with architectural drawings. The…

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