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Newbie needs lots of info on PT lumber

Hi: I am a total newbie when it comes to building. I bought some plans for a deck (eventually a gazebo), spent $$$ on t...
7 comments posted 18yrs
posted by dave
7 comments posted 18yrs posted by dave

finishing concrete sidewalk curbs

I noticed that the forms on concrete curbs are pulled off fairly quickly. How do they finish these? Are they rubbed or...
15 comments posted 18yrs
posted by calypso5
15 comments posted 18yrs posted by calypso5

Construction Marketing

There is a new article up on the Construction Marketing Blog http://www.constructionmarketingblog.com entitled Construc...
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posted by seth
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by seth

400A resedential service

I upgraded my house from 100A to 200A 5 years ago. I buried 3" conduit from the pole to the house. I was told the 3" wo...
49 comments posted 18yrs
posted by bargerw
49 comments posted 18yrs posted by bargerw

OPEN POST TO THE UNION GUYS IN THE AUDIENCE

I posted this to Ronnie and of course he didn't answer... Ah, it all comes down to money, doesn't it? If you wa...
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posted by tcconde
1 comments posted 18yrs posted by tcconde

How to install tile over carpet glue?

My client wants ceramic or porcelain tile on her back porch. The previous owner had glue-down green carpet/fake grass t...
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posted by respond
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by respond

Underpnning Existing Foundation and Structure

Hello All, Hoping I can get some valuable advise on a future project. I have a 50 year old ranch style home with full b...
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posted by truwebs
3 comments posted 18yrs posted by truwebs

Check Wind direction for working outside monitor

Check Wind direction and outdoor and indoor temperature http://www.wellcomestore.com/servlet/the-6/Professional-touch-sc...
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posted by ttang28
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by ttang28

Securing Deck Posts Inground

What's the proper way to secure vertical deck post in the ground and why? 1) Dig the hole, pour a concrete base, le...
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posted by jaygreg90
2 comments posted 18yrs posted by jaygreg90

Submittal problem

Guys, I have a quick question. Lets say you are GC. Windows manufacturer prepares windows schedule submittal for you, b...
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posted by svietakovach
17 comments posted 18yrs posted by svietakovach

Cost to re do plumbing

How much (ballpark estimate) does it cost to re do the entire plumbing for a house with 2.5 bath and a kitchen. Assuming...
12 comments posted 18yrs
posted by raidken
12 comments posted 18yrs posted by raidken

Garage Framing Question

Hello, I am converting my garage into a living room, and have a question about framing. I have 11 foot ceilings, soon t...
2 comments posted 18yrs
posted by filedown
2 comments posted 18yrs posted by filedown

New Clear Vision Security Product! MAJESTEC!

Majestec products are security doors and security windows. Majestec doors and windows may look the same to ordinary doo...
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posted by webmarket.meshtec
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by webmarket.meshtec

Generator transfer panel

What is a good rule of thumb for the length of wire? I read where you should not exceed 25' from the 'Transfer...
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posted by bargerw
7 comments posted 18yrs posted by bargerw