Issue 104
Features
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The New Generation of 12-Volt Cordless Drills
They offer better balance, more power and longer battery life.
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Simple Tools for Faster Framing
An expert framer describes how to get more done in less time with the help of patterns, templates and jigs.
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A Quick Way to Build a Squeak-Free Stair
Using plywood instead of framing lumber can guarantee a stable and accurate staircase that won't break the bank.
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Venting a Traditional Eave
On a shingle-style house, aluminum soffit vents just won't do.
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Fixing a House With a Bad Foundation
Helical piers go in like giant drywall screws to support a sinking house and a new addition.
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Survey of Job-Site Dogs
Great moments in building history: The contractor’s dog
