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I am remodelling house,front section is old 2x4 construction and would like to replace with 2x6 currently spaced appx 24 inch on center.I tjhought initially this was balloon framing but studs run from top of joist in basement to about 10ft then there is double sill plate where roof used to sit i...

I just bought a house that was chopped and changed by an idiot,my question is regarding the brick built chimney that runs from ground level to second floor.I am guessing the chimney was built in 1990 looks to be in good shape pointing etc however there is one problem.When they constructed the...

Ripped down the ceiling of the front part of the house to uncover some plumbing nightmares not sure if it is that clear from pics but pretty much every joist is no good.Too make maters worse at the front of house they used balloon framing so joists attached directly to 2x4's.I am about to rip...

These are some pics of wiring behind wall all live,two of the wires were unprotected,one had wire caps:mad:

Just wanted to introduce myself have been lurking around for a while.Just closed today on my remodel,it will be top to bottom so looking forward to it.Keep up the good work everyone:usa::