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You don’t normally “have” to survey your property in order to build. But check local ordinances and covenants. I just looked at a property owners ...
Rev. Mike Macgowan
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Apr 2, 2006
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3760
Plans under 1000 sq. ft. can probably be done on a program like Punsh’s “Professional Home Design”. Be careful when trying to build small houses. If you...
Rev. Mike Macgowan
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Apr 2, 2006
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3761
My husband & I are the owner/builders on a 1000 sf addition to our home. To satisfy the bank, we have employed a consultant who specializes in helping...
Tanya
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Apr 2, 2006
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3762
Our local Kemiko rep was VERY helpful. Willing to walk us through all the steps & will provide full instruction sheet w/ our order. Kemiko stains sell for...
Tanya
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Apr 2, 2006
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3763
I assume that when you say "perkable" you are referring to the perk test used for installing a septic tank and drain field. The best place to go is your local...
timandebi
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Apr 2, 2006
6:18 am
3764
Most counties will no longer allow a non licensed individual to install a system due to the facts that if you do not do it correctly it will pollute the water...
Clark Ellison
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Apr 2, 2006
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3765
I am not certain what you are trying to do? But I had no expertise and used HB Stains on a concrete patio with good results. As I remember the cost per...
genoman45
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Apr 2, 2006
5:14 pm
3766
A garage is not all that difficult to build. I would check the kit price for materials against a material list from your local lumberyard and also a home...
genoman45
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Apr 2, 2006
5:24 pm
3767
I hope someone else with more experience will respond to you. I did have a similar issue. In my case the rock foundation was solid but the mortar was...
genoman45
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Apr 2, 2006
5:34 pm
3769
Thanks for your reply. I have 12 projects going right now and have brought in many contractors. U Build It is a good company. A competitor who has no ...
Eagles Nest Homes
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Apr 4, 2006
5:02 am
3770
Actually is SPAM. It has nothing to do with any owners working on their home; instead it is to get information on the interest available in purchasing property...
Clark Ellison
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Apr 4, 2006
3:22 pm
3771
My buddy, a very accomplished handyman will head the project and I'll take up the slack. We will be dealing with a 1/2" in 12" pitch and will be using roll...
dudevato
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Apr 9, 2006
3:59 am
3772
In a message dated 4/8/2006 11:59:56 PM Eastern Standard Time, dudevato@... writes: We will be dealing with a 1/2" in 12" pitch and will be using roll...
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Apr 10, 2006
4:34 am
3773
Normally this would be made as a flat plane, and the end attaching to the house would be level. I would not advise trying to alter the pitch from one end to ...
Robert S. Banks
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Apr 12, 2006
6:40 am
3774
I am not certain where you are located but in Arizona a very low pitch roof can be problematic, as after a rain some areas might "puddle". The standing water...
genoman45
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Apr 13, 2006
2:49 pm
3775
Do any of you know of a discount place to purchase sheetrock? Thanks, Stephanie [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
stephanie
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Apr 20, 2006
6:00 am
3776
I don't know where you are located. But you are right to be careful as sheetrock is often discounted. I purchased about two hundred sheets at about $9.25 a...
genoman45
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Apr 21, 2006
3:20 pm
3777
Thank you for the information. Sincerely, Stephanie _____ From: ownerbuilderclub@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ownerbuilderclub@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of...
stephanie
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Apr 23, 2006
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3778
http://www.tahd.org/soil.htm here's how to do a perk test you can do it yourself to check the property for purchase. a post hole digger works. you just want...
barbie13607
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Apr 23, 2006
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3779
The best places I know of would be either Lowe's or Menards. They both have pretty good prices on building materials, including sheetrock/drywall. If you...
Twila
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Apr 23, 2006
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3780
I'm in the middle of a stand-off. Does anyone have a list of pro's and con's for making the overall interior dimensions an even number vs making the overall...
barbie13607
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Apr 23, 2006
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3781
I am interested in other replies but to me it is definitely the outside dimensions. It is easy to cut sheetrock to size - not so with outside materials. Gene...
genoman45
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Apr 23, 2006
6:58 pm
3782
Well, everybody else in the world makes the exterior dimensions an even* foot, or they should! * 2,4,6,8... ... vs...
r_s_banks
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Apr 24, 2006
2:45 am
3783
There are a lot of factors to consider mostly in the cost of materials rather than the labor. I use 8 x 24 foot panels in structural insualated panel design....
Rev. Mike Macgowan
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Apr 24, 2006
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3784
Exterior dimensions. Pros and Cons? No....
M.A. Johnson
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Apr 24, 2006
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3785
I would make the exterior of the foundation even numbers and let the framers deal with the inches. It's easier to move a stud than concrete wall and footing. ...
RICHARD BADGER
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Apr 24, 2006
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3787
I am preparing to tackle a project to enhance the value of the house prior to selling. My wife and has brick home build in the 1929 and has some nice wood...
Tarris Reed
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Apr 28, 2006
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3788
Interior & exterior 3D image renderings before you have your houses build up, - interior design - architecture - graphic design (for your business needs. such...
J@ZZen
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Apr 28, 2006
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3789
... We ... there. ... the ... which Lender are you using, i am just curious?...
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