Removing a load bearing wall is not for the faint of heart. A load bearing wall can support tons of weight. How to tell if a wall is load bearing can be tough, and seeking veteran professional advice to determine this is a smart thing your first time around.
Wood I joists, a type of engineered lumber that resembles steel I beams, are excellent building materials. Some come with pre-cut holes or can be drilled into. However, in fire conditions having wood I joists can be disastrous.
The size of your air conditioning unit or central air conditioner can be a reason for different air temperatures in your home.
Crown molding is different than other trim molding. Wondering how to cut crown molding? It is done holding the piece upside down. Installing crown molding is easy once the pieces are cut.
Vinyl windows are no maintenance, energy saving products that you want in your home. New certification programs help you pick these vinyl replacement windows.
Determining a budget for building a new home can be done with a little math and a system. Money to build a new home lies in your home equity, the amount you are eligible to borrow, and any other savings you might have. A realistic budget to build your new home can be developed with a home breakdown checklist of the separate parts of a house.
Job interviews are the best way to see if the contractor you want to hire will be able to do the work you want. Ask the contractor about his business, the kind of trade magazines he subscribes to, his management habits. Get references from the supply houses where he buys materials. What do they know about the quality of his work?
Shovels now come in smaller sizes. Gardening is easier than ever. Spades for cutting sod and shaping are great. Shovels with round points slide into the soil.
Geothermal energy systems are environmentally friendly heating and cooling systems for your home. They transfer heat to and from the soil. Geothermal systems are quiet, compact and work best in moderate climates.
Log homes are a beautiful alternative. Assure your log home is built correctly by contracting with one of the experienced log home builders.
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