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Thanks Glenn, I will run the 5/8" drywall the same way as the trusses. Offsetting the joints is a great idea and should solve my sagging issue. I also agree with a drywall lift. I am too old to be holding 5/8" drywall with my head. :) Thanks again.

At first I thought the ceiling was poorly taped until I laid a long straight edge against it. Now I know the ceiling is actually sagging between the trusses. After a little research it looks like the builder used 3/8" on the ceiling. If I were to layer 5/8" going 90 degrees to the original...

My only reason for ducting a little heat was to keep the pipes from freezing. I guess in theory they should not freeze due to ground heat but I would rather be safe than sorry. If I can get enough reassurance that the pipes would be safe I would not add heat to the crawlspace. I am in northern...

I am sure this has been asked a thousand times but here goes 1001. Is there any reason not to insulate the crawlspace floor along with sealing the crawlspace and insulating the walls? We are removing all the subfloor, adding load support, adding a vapor barrier over the dirt and thought this...