The mystery holes in the foundation were made by the foundation form panels. If they are leaking, there are concrete repair products for foundation repairs. Be sure the concrete repair is done with an expanding foundation repair product.
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Condensation problems in the garage could be from melted snow, a propane heater or a vapor barrier in the wrong place. Moisture problems are caused by too much humidity. A ceiling vapor barrier can trap moisture and create condensation.
In this Newsletter, winter in New Hampshire, report on the Builders Show in Orlando, new product reviews from the show, AsktheBuilder Facebook page, New York City Moms and Stain Solver Oxygen Bleach, a new Share button on AsktheBuilder.com articles and the latest columns.
Discounted ceramic tile can save you money, but the cheap ceramic tile may not last. To save on adhesive, underlayment and grout, consider the new snap together ceramic floor tile. The ceramic tile flooring installation using these tiles is faster and the flooring is available for use immediately after the last ceramic tiles are set.
In this issue, I am attending the Builders Show in Orlando, Florida, an AsktheBuilder meet up, visiting the new American Home, a new eGuide and a special introductory sale and an upcoming review on a DoorSaver bumper door stop.
Water pressure in your home can vary. If you had high water pressure, then suddenly you experience low water flow, it can be from a restricted main water line feeding your home. If you suffer from point-of-use low water pressure, your kitchen or bathroom faucets might have a clogged water-use restrictor.
In this issue, my massive email mistake, meet up in Washington, DC, ordering ceramic tile online, a green movement survey, condensation on windows and doors, boosting water pressure and a sewer gas smell.
Tim Carter demonstrates the fury of a live Christmas tree catching on fire. Do NOT try this at home - EVER!
A fresh air intake directly next to water pipes can cause a frozen water pipe. The fresh air is required for today's HVAC systems. By redirecting the make-up air inlet down to the floor, you can provide some pipe freezing protection.
A good floor gun safe can weigh hundreds of pounds, which is why they are better then wall gun safes. Can your floor support these new biometric gun safes? Your floor should support gun safes, but proper placement for good weight distribution is required.
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