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here's my thoughts (remember you're getting what you've paid for). If the two doors are pocket doors, they disappear into the standard thickness...
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over 8 years by david_wv
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thoughts
If you're going to put up drywall, you'll need the standard 16" spacing on the vertical studs. Don't forget to overlap on top plate for stiffness....
over 8 years by david_wv
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keep it simple
Just from a long term maintenance point, I would avoid pumps. It might be cheaper to avoid the cost of pump, wiring, and electricity. Is it possi...
over 8 years by david_wv
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one thought
If you insulated the garage ceiling you could set the garage thermostat lower or off (be careful of letting radiator water freeze). Save energy whi...
over 8 years by david_wv
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a thought
I would make sure all duct work is through interior walls. I have an older house and the ducts to the second floor run up exterior walls. Nothing...
over 8 years by david_wv
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alternative
There are electric radiant heaters that ceiling mount. Some are panels alot like 2x4 ceiling panels. Others are designed to mount where the wall ...
over 8 years by david_wv
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ideas
I don't like using my attic for storage. First the extreme temperatures, especially if the ventilation is limited. Dry 120 deg in the summer does...
over 8 years by david_wv
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ideas
It could be an insulation problem. You might have to insulate the walls. You may be warming the slab and walls and the air will warm slowly. ...
over 8 years by david_wv
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comments
I've lived in more northern climates (IL, OH, WV) where the moisture comes up from the ground more than in through the vents. Have you lined the...
over 8 years by david_wv
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a little info
I finally remembered to look at the brace. It used to be chromed but only a little remains. I can sort of read P(?)S__Co and "Made in USA" T...
over 8 years by david_wv
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concern
One concern is the stability of the cinder blocks. The block doesn't seem to be tied or mortared to the poured wall. If they backfill against the...
over 8 years by david_wv
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similar situation
I'm working on a similar situation. Have you checked the US Dept of Energy and manufacturers' websites for ideas? Do you have a slab or gravel ...
over 8 years by david_wv
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cause of condensation
I think you're getting condensation due to heat loss rather than high humidity. You said you get condensation on clear nights. That's when the ho...
over 8 years by david_wv
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looking for brace part
I inherited from my grandfather a brace for drilling. The top knob is fine but the cylinder handle (I don't know it's name) is missing. I can't s...
over 8 years by david_wv
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correction
Sorry - goofed on the last suggestion. Insulation facing goes up to the warm in winter side.
over 8 years by david_wv
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one idea
I would look up what's needed to insulate over an unheated crawlspace. Check out US Dept of Energy, or an insulation manufacturer for guidelines. ...
over 8 years by david_wv
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concerned
I would be concerned with the shims compressing, especially the OSB. I guess that depends on the thickness of the total shim. You could talk to a...
over 8 years by david_wv
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I had a similar problem
Leak from the roof let water flow down to foundation. A contractor fixed up the rotten joists. Be sure you've stopped leak that caused rot. ...
over 8 years by david_wv
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not perfect
I don't think the vapor barrier needs to be perfect. I would try to minimize the leaks with some longer lasting tape (better grades of duct tape) ...
over 8 years by david_wv
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just an idea
Without seeing the site, it sounds like you may have a spring in your yard. When it rains, the water soaks in above you and seeps along some layer...
over 8 years by david_wv
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