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Distance from transformer to service panel/meter

Can anyone tell me the maximum distance one can set the service panel from the transformer for a residential hook-up? I...
6 comments posted 20yrs
posted by bodega8687
6 comments posted 20yrs posted by bodega8687

Alternative flooring ideas

Hello, I want to make my own 'wood' flooring. I have several options that I am considering. None involve using...
16 comments posted 20yrs
posted by dean_maiorano
16 comments posted 20yrs posted by dean_maiorano

Ledger to footing

I am building a deck which will attach to the basement footing with a ledger. The house is concrete with a grout/stucco...
2 comments posted 20yrs
posted by Deputy_Dumbya_Dawg
2 comments posted 20yrs posted by Deputy_Dumbya_Dawg

Deadbolt for outdoor use

I was wondering if a common good quality deadbolt like a Slage is constructed to survive more of an outdoor environment...
8 comments posted 20yrs
posted by custom4173
8 comments posted 20yrs posted by custom4173

Middle East Construction Show - CyberShow II

CyberShow II - the Second Middle East Building Material, Construction Supplies & Services Show to open on Oct. 30th. 20...
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posted by advertise
0 comments posted 20yrs posted by advertise

r value of concrete

I had an argument with a friend. I told him that concrete has little or no r value if it isn't backfilled. Does anyo...
8 comments posted 20yrs
posted by (nospam)
8 comments posted 20yrs posted by (nospam)

well water pressure loss over distance

Can anyone tell me of a simple way to determine pressure loss over distance in Gallons-per Minute of well water? Exampl...
18 comments posted 20yrs
posted by bodega8687
18 comments posted 20yrs posted by bodega8687

Hardwood flooring

our company PID flooring was est. in 1988 & we have 4 locations in the tri-state area. If you have any questions or com...
18 comments posted 20yrs
posted by pidflooring
18 comments posted 20yrs posted by pidflooring

Insulation under flat roofs

I posted this once before using FreeAgent, but it never showed up. I even went to Google groups and searched there with...
14 comments posted 20yrs
posted by jfm
14 comments posted 20yrs posted by jfm

structural rehab of old non engineered buildings

Dear people ,i am an architect and doing research on the said topic. i have done corrections to some faulty constructio...
2 comments posted 20yrs
posted by dca1989
2 comments posted 20yrs posted by dca1989

1950's doors

Back in the 1950's-60's there were quite a few houses being built (mainly ranches) with front doors that had so...
10 comments posted 20yrs
posted by Totalrod2
10 comments posted 20yrs posted by Totalrod2

Wood floor in kitchen

Almost 2 years ago we remodeled our house and kitchen. We used wood floors in the kitchen. The floor is showing wear al...
6 comments posted 20yrs
posted by h90943
6 comments posted 20yrs posted by h90943

CyberShow - Middle East Construction Show

In order to cope with the construction boom in the Middle East we are planning an online building material, constructio...
0 comments posted 20yrs
posted by advertise
0 comments posted 20yrs posted by advertise

Floor Tile Selection for Kitchen

We want to put in a new floor in our kitchen. We want some type of tile but I don't know the pros and cons of the d...
4 comments posted 20yrs
posted by kevharper
4 comments posted 20yrs posted by kevharper