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February 17, 1999

* Although screws don't have as much shear strength as a nail, it sounds like the application called for a method that would perhaps limit damage to a ceiling below.…

February 17, 1999

* I'm looking for peoples experinces with insulating concrete forms. These would good or bad experinces, anything that would shed light on this type of construction whether it be from…

February 17, 1999

* I am looking for information on the genisis exterior wall . It consists of wall studs made from 3 inch pvc pipe reinenforced with concrete and steel bar. stud…

February 17, 1999

* I've seen security system and communications systems installers using long drill bits that flex and that are hollow. They allow wires to be fed through them from the drill…

February 17, 1999

* Just wondering how other people deal with the inevitable change orders. A lot of changes seem to happen on the fly, and despite our "policy" of written change orders…

February 17, 1999

* I'm looking at a log home that was built 32 years ago using creosote logs. I plan to seal the inside frame and drywall over all interior surfaces. My…

February 17, 1999

* My family and I are in the initial stages of designing our next home. I see homes being framed and roofed now while exposed to the elements (Eastern Canada),and…

February 17, 1999

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February 17, 1999

* Boo-Hiss! Gabe, Public buildings cost a lot because of prevailing wage rates that are typically required, more durable materials that are often used, more stringent code requirements and inspections,…

February 16, 1999

* If you send me your email address, I will send you contact info for specs re: on-site construction of long-span beams made from lightweight dimensional lumber. tedd