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Storm windows for Pella Proline ?

What are some brands of storm windows that fit Pella Proline 450 series windows? Ours are Proline's standard size,...
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posted by DefaultUser
8 comments posted 20yrs posted by DefaultUser

Geo-thermal AC

Anybody used Geo-thermal AC system in Central Texas, and if so do you know of any contractors who do it in the area? We...
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posted by GordoSTI
4 comments posted 20yrs posted by GordoSTI

Should architects be licensed?

Thanks to corrupt democrats and republicans our nation has become one governed by fascism. In the context of the profes...
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posted by csgallagher
38 comments posted 20yrs posted by csgallagher

Construction Cost Reference Book

There's a book published by Design & Construction Resources out of Vista, California called "Architects, contractor...
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posted by jaygreg90
4 comments posted 20yrs posted by jaygreg90

deck post ?

What is the max spacing for posts on a deck?
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posted by ttommy35
8 comments posted 20yrs posted by ttommy35

Wardcraft homes

i live in the Durango Colorado area and am interested in a system built home. Does anyone have any experience, pro or co...
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posted by rjoplin
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NON-egress basement windows

I'm in the planning stage for finishing my basement. Bedroom, bathroom, workshop, library, office, storage, & fitne...
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posted by DarrylJ
12 comments posted 20yrs posted by DarrylJ

Garage door tracks and ceiling clearance

I read in a thread here that "You need 18" clearance above the door opening to get STANDARD door tracks (15" radius) to...
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posted by jhinds434
18 comments posted 20yrs posted by jhinds434

Lyptus hardwood floor installation

Hi Everyone, Does anyone know an installer near Itasca, Illinois for installing Weyerhaeuser's Lyptus VanGogh Strip...
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posted by minmai.chu
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Hardiplank suppliers

I am sure that Hardiplank is good - haven't used it myself but be wary of buying it from TheLogHome-Company.co.uk....
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posted by ctamplin
2 comments posted 20yrs posted by ctamplin

Multiple holes in load bearing studs

I want to know the code for boring holes in 2x4 studs in a load bearing wall. I have found the reference that says hole...
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posted by nobody
8 comments posted 20yrs posted by nobody

Flat roof insulation question

I'm thinking about putting isocyanurate board insulation on top of a flat (low pitch) roof that slopes to a gutter...
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posted by custom4173
4 comments posted 20yrs posted by custom4173

venting ?

I have a 3 1/2" vent and I would like to drain a 1 1/2" sink drain into it. As long as the 1 1/2" is level how far away...
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posted by dino1
0 comments posted 20yrs posted by dino1

Lok-N-Logs

Greetings all, A question to a few contractors out there. Friends purchased a kit by Lok-N-Logs about 4 years ago. The...
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posted by eddy
2 comments posted 20yrs posted by eddy

capitol pavers

does anyone have any experience with capitol paving stones? Around here, everyone uses cambridge, but I like the look of...
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posted by Lisamel
0 comments posted 20yrs posted by Lisamel