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Retaining Wall Construction Question
May 15, 2012, 2:16 pm
Our backyard retaining wall is deteriorating and needs to be replaced. It=92s 4=92 high and about 30=92 long. We believe it=92s stone (with mortar) covered by a layer of concrete. Most of the wall... Read more »
Quality Low Voltage Landscape Lighting ?
May 12, 2012, 11:10 am
Does anyone here know of a high quality brand for low voltage landscape lighting ? I have tried and tried fixtures from the big box stores , but they are very cheap and seldom last more than one y... Read more »
casement window question
May 12, 2012, 6:40 am
Not sure of terminology... weather strip, seal or gasket. I am referring to item on all four sides of the movable part of window that eventually wears out due to opening and closing window. Is th... Read more »
Porker arrested for making pipe bombs
May 10, 2012, 7:10 pm
http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2012/05/10/suspect-still-at-large-after-pipe-bombs-other-weapons-found-in-warrington-home/ By Jim Melwert WARRINGTON, Pa. (CBS) — A 50-year-old man was in custody in ... Read more »
Size of Telephone wire
May 7, 2012, 4:01 pm
I plan to run a length of water line(2) for gravity feed and power line (2) for 1/0 wire. I have determined the power line is 1/0 for the 300 ' or less, with an electrical contractor, for a small 10... Read more »
Crane Rentals
May 4, 2012, 6:06 am
STC is the leading provider of high-performance hydraulic telescopic cranes, mechanical crawler cranes, truck mounted cranes, hydras, forklifts, trailers odc transport, lattice boom truck cranes, hot... Read more »
septic pipe is in the way
May 3, 2012, 7:12 pm
I'm digging a trench for a footer that will support a sunroom. I'm putting it 24 down and live in SW PA, is this deep enough? Also I have a septic line which will run under the sunroom to the tank,... Read more »
Epoxy exterior floor
April 30, 2012, 6:32 am
Hi, I have a terrace that needs impermeabilization as it leaks constantly. Does anyone know of any transparent acrylic resins that are UV resistant and can endure direct sun exposure and be walkable ... Read more »
Garage slab
April 24, 2012, 12:27 pm
I want to build a garage. My site is about four feet lower than the driveway. I will build stem walls on footings to start that will reach the elevation of the existing drive and will totally enclos... Read more »
Timber Framing and Your Business
April 20, 2012, 12:44 pm
Please take a moment to visit and like our page on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/WoodhouseTF Browse our beautiful photos ... learn more about timber framing. See where we build ... meet our team... Read more »
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cement pillar weight projections
I am considering a project which would require the use of cement pillars. What I need to know is a rough idea of how much weight a cement pillar would hold. The pillar will be circular with a six in... Read more »
steps in rebuilding a bathroom
Hi all, I'm doing some bathroom rebuilding, and I'm trying to get a better understanding of the steps involved. If anyone sees anything miss, could they please shout out? thanks in advance! It's a... Read more »
Granite Cutout
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What tool is used to make a sink cutout in 2cm granite ? I have been told to use a contour blade but I just don't get it would work. Thanks, Curt Read more »
what are best kind of boots for asphalt shingle roof?
I'm going to be doing some work on the roof and I'd like to know what kind of boots would give me the best grip Read more »
Nail down hardwood florring parallel to floor joists
P.Ostal ------------------------------------- Hi all I have open-web engineered floor joists at 19.2 centre, and they run along the longer length of the living/dining room. I have 3/4 particle board ... Read more »
Re: Anti-slam / door damper devices? [revisited...]
joelazy had written this in response to http://www.thestuccocompany.com/maintenance/Re-Anti-slam-door-damper-devices-revisited-62892-.htm : ------------------------------------- Read more »
Good metal building suppliers?
I'm building a 30x60x12 ft garage/workshop, going with metal... Who are people here recommending for suppliers. I've asked for quotes from a number of companies but as always each company says We a... Read more »
Paving Moulds
http://www.suzerain.co.za Suzerain (Pty) Ltd: Paving Moulds Create your own diy concrete paving, wall cladding and patio paving with our robust moulds. Do it yourself at a fraction of the cost of usi... Read more »
ceramic tile underlay over advantech
Can anyone tell me the proper adhesive to secure ceramic tile underlayment (hardiboard or duroc) to advantech subfloor? I know this is done all the time so I assume there is a typical method. Thinset... Read more »
install Hardie board siding - alone
I need to hang Hardie board siding on my house but can't find anybody to help me. Funny how that happens. Anyhow, is there some sort of jig that I can use to help me hang the siding in place whi... Read more »
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