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    insulating block wall in basement

    i have the unique ability to put foam on the outside of the block as i put in my basement under my house i'm using r10 foam on the outside but when im done i was thinking of putting 2 layers of foam in the basement but i cant find any good sources info the last thing i want to do is rot out the...
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    Finally closed!!!

    i see a remodel in your future with a man cave being on the top of your list
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    conduit - all or nothing?

    correct me if i'm wrong but don't each need to be on there own circuit due to start up amps and don't they have to be on an arc fault too
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    Trane XR90 Pressure Switch Connection

    it does not matter it will work either way
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    New basement window

    is this window in a bedroom in the basement if so it has to be an egress window if so you have rules to follow which we all can help
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    20amp Outlet with 15amp Breaker

    this is a little off-topic here in we can't use #14 at all 15a must be run in #12 even when code says 15a is #14 here it's just the way the inspector is
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    Electric Heat Pump Vs. Natural Gas

    id go with gas and the heat pump you will notice a slight difference in heating when the heat pump is running but it will save you money in the long run DON'T let them talk you into putting in electric heat you will not be happy also in your area there are energy rebates you can use to your...
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    Let's talk Tree Trimming!

    all ill say is hope you have good renters insurance so if the tree does come down your covered it really up to the landlord
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    Please help diagnose a furnace problem!

    is the flame sensor loose or cracked it could be shorting out or it could be the mother board? i cant see the pic to see whats going on or it could be the flame sensor is not getting good contact with the flame. can you give me the mod# and ser# this furnace in made by carrier the guy that came...
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    Door frame pulling away from drywall

    someone did not put enough screws to hold the door in place i bet that door has a spring that slams the door id bet they used finishing nails for the door
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    replacing old wiring and service

    i know that in k & t it was common practice seen a lot of that .but your not to do that with romex either new stuff or the old i will take a pic on the next piece i find i'm sure there is more
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    replacing old wiring and service

    well the new service is in and the temporary breaker boxes is in. that all went well. but when i started to separate some on the wires and found a much bigger mess old romex that was spliced in the wall no j box no wire nuts just tape i'm surprised the house did not burn down. much more to do...
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    Chimney metal flue liner: $3,000 for installation

    my only question is why this was not done when the furnace was put in? here we are required to line the flue when we install a furnace or water heater and if i have any doubt the age of the liner i change it out. as far as price sounds a little high to me but that could be the scaffolding.
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    At wits end with mold....help!

    here is a very expensive fix you can remove all the siding from the home put tyvek rain shield on the home put 2" foam on the home sealing the seams put 4x1 on that and then your siding on this will keep out moisture from entering the house. this mite work for you
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    Gutter Issue: Remove or Repair?

    here is what i would do i would replace the gutter this a deeper one add at least one more downspout but id also increase the downspout size if it came down to it id put in a plumbing system to get the water away from the house. but that being said it does not matter what you do in a hurricane...
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    Question about interior wall removal

    no!!! we need more pics of the attic and is this a one story home. if it is not a load wall for all you are asking it could be as much as 25k all depends on what you want. save your self some time call some contractors and get bids if you have not done this before don't try this for your first...
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    Would you hire this guy?

    here is what you need to consider is it worth losing your business if he was to get hurt on the job your insurance would not cover him and puts you solely responsible for his care is it worth it. talk to your lawyer
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    Burn marks on floor joist where furnace ducting is installed...

    this is not burn marks it is dust buildup your ducts are not sealed and it is sucking air is threw the cracks iv seen this a lot you just need to get some duct sealent and paint it on not only will this fix your problem it will put the heat that you pay for where it belongs in your househere is...
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    Erosion on creek bank

    :agree: we used a geotextile and large rocks and deepen the stream if you have the money you can look at the fema website and see if they have any ideas for u
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    Ground and Neutral

    from what iv read this is fine in the main panel but if this was a sub panel you they have to be on there own please correct if i am wrong
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