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    Putting bigger box in brick mailbox?

    I have a classic, brick mailbox with a standard T1 box built in the early 90s. I'd like to get one that's closer to 1'x1'. I have two questions: 1: what's the construction inside the box? Will I only have to modify the front veneer of brick, or is there more brick on the inside? 2: What are...
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    Retrofit/add natural gas to existing home?

    I'm looking to convert to a gas range. Other stuff might come later but everything else is new. Teco (gas utility) will install a meter for free and a plumbing contractor is coming to quote at the end of next month. I have no idea what to expect. If gas lines can run thru the attic, it should be...
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    Wall mount tv- cant reach a stud

    I’ve seen a few solutions for this, all of which involved wood and made the tv stick out several more inches. This is my solution. I bolted a piece of aluminum stock to the frame to get just a little more length. I think it’s a far more elegant solution than anything with wood.
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    Replace Modular Fireplace- general info wanted

    I got my fireplace inspected today. It's modular with a brick chimney from the roof up, and is located centrally with access (behind drywall) to the rear. It's capped closed, so needs work up top. Theres a crack in the fire brick and he said they'd put a plate behind that panel and seal it...
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    Installing one sided deadbolts on rear/side doors?

    I have 5 outside doors, all with $18 kwikset deadbolts. I want to increase security, and those are prety terrible. I figure I could save a heckova lotta money by just making all the rear and side doors one sided (no key hole, just a plate). Would there be a downside to this? I've rented houses...
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    Greetings from FL

    I just bought my first house! Built in early 90s and recently (heavilly) renovated. I'm finding cheap stuff I'd expect from a flipper (locks, faucets, paint, plumbing valves) but also surprisingly high end stuff (appliances, counters, flooring, general fit/craftsmanship). I have a couple...
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