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Dock lift wiring

I am rewiring my dock. I ran new wire through existing conduit to run the lights and a GFI outlet. There is a separate...
2 comments posted 19yrs
posted by MichZaelY.GeZorgeY
2 comments posted 19yrs posted by MichZaelY.GeZorgeY

alkyd paint and rain

Hello. I need to apply alkyd (oil-based) paint to an exterior railing, but I do not expect a stretch of dry weather in...
4 comments posted 19yrs
posted by nospam
4 comments posted 19yrs posted by nospam

Anchor Bolts - Commode To Concrete Floor

My lower level got wet twice over the past half dozen years. Once when the vacant lot next to me was cleared for a hous...
8 comments posted 19yrs
posted by jaygreg90
8 comments posted 19yrs posted by jaygreg90

Drainage question

I see in many cases it's recommended to put in gravel for drainage. For one example, you are installing a retaining...
10 comments posted 19yrs
posted by jeffc226
10 comments posted 19yrs posted by jeffc226

Buying House Plans Online

Ok, so I am totally new to this. We just purchased our property and plan to begin construction in 08. Our plan next yea...
14 comments posted 19yrs
posted by dianesiegel
14 comments posted 19yrs posted by dianesiegel

Asphalt millings

I have a gravel driveway with approximate dimensions of 40 feet x 60 feet. I have friend who has several dump trunks fu...
4 comments posted 19yrs
posted by rwebb
4 comments posted 19yrs posted by rwebb

Wok fumes

I recently posted this problem, I have had little success with the local administrative codes, I have also been told th...
4 comments posted 19yrs
posted by mcinbrass
4 comments posted 19yrs posted by mcinbrass

building materials

Just out of curiosity, what fraction of a home's cost do building materials typically represent? Thank you.
10 comments posted 19yrs
posted by bob
10 comments posted 19yrs posted by bob

Kerridge K8 Trading software

Anyone use this? What are your experiences, problems?
0 comments posted 19yrs
posted by uknut
0 comments posted 19yrs posted by uknut

stucco before roofing?

Hello, I have contracted an addition to my home and the general just gave me his proposed punch list. He has the instal...
2 comments posted 19yrs
posted by DIYMark
2 comments posted 19yrs posted by DIYMark

Polish

Need a red switch and don't have one in stock? Red finger polish will work and last forever. It works well on your...
6 comments posted 19yrs
posted by pilcheg
6 comments posted 19yrs posted by pilcheg

Uncooperative homeowner

I did a project for a homeowner who refuses to give me access to the home to complete my work, but they have paid me al...
34 comments posted 19yrs
posted by tcconde
34 comments posted 19yrs posted by tcconde

mortar alternatives - Mason Bond

What are the pros and cons of using a product like this for large-scale 8x8x16 CMU construction? Specifically, would it...
20 comments posted 19yrs
posted by kevinfishburne
20 comments posted 19yrs posted by kevinfishburne

Method to jack up barn ceiling.

What is the best way to jack up a 10ft ceiling inexpensively? I have used a hydraulic jack under 4x4 on end, which work...
12 comments posted 19yrs
posted by martyscher
12 comments posted 19yrs posted by martyscher

OT - Water well pump

Talked to a few people in the area. Drought here, some wells are running dry, some are running into water not fit for c...
24 comments posted 19yrs
posted by spamyourself
24 comments posted 19yrs posted by spamyourself