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Installing protective layer beneath shingles always a good idea
Question: I'm going to be building a new 1, 700-square-foot bungalow in Winnipeg and I was hoping you could help me with a few issues. I'm wondering if it's worth the cost to have roofing paper put on my roof . . .
Posted: 2015-07-04
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Leaking and heat loss should be considered when installing skylight
If you're replacing a roof or building a new addition to your home, perhaps you should think twice about installing skylights and other natural light fixtures to brighten a dreary room.There are two basic designs: the window-type with an optional . . .
Posted: 2015-08-29
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Leaking and heat loss should be considered when installing skylight
If you're replacing a roof or building a new addition to your home, perhaps you should think twice about installing skylights and other natural light fixtures to brighten a dreary room.There are two basic designs: the window-type with an optional . . .
Posted: 2015-08-29
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Leaking and heat loss should be considered when installing skylight
If you're replacing a roof or building a new addition to your home, perhaps you should think twice about installing skylights and other natural light fixtures to brighten a dreary room.There are two basic designs: the window-type with an optional . . .
Posted: 2015-08-29
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Installing backup generator may be a wise choice
Question: I have seen back-up generators installed, on shows like This Old House, for hurricane prone areas, and see company advertisements here. In our climate, and with weather extremes, is this a concern here and what might the steps be . . .
Posted: 2022-01-08
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Avoid missing steps when installing stairs
Most homeowners just assume a new set of stairs is going to be safe.Whether they're building new or retrofitting, I never really hear a homeowner ask for safe stairs.But small shortcuts during construction can compromise their safety, and the consequences . . .
Posted: 2014-06-07
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Many potential causes for stained shingles
QUESTION: I was wondering if you can tell me what causes roofs to become discoloured. A black, wavy line appears on the shingles, particularly on the lower rows. I think it has something to do with how the roof breathes. . . .
Posted: 2015-04-18
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Installing new layer of drywall over deteriorated plaster a solid idea
Question: I have two questions. My first question has to do with the removal of stipple from the living and dining room ceiling. The house was built in 1950, and the walls and ceiling were drywalled and then plastered. I . . .
Posted: 2021-01-09
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How to properly clean mushrooms
QUESTION: How do you wash store-bought mushrooms? They always come with dirt on them. — Manfred Answer: The technique for cleaning mushrooms was once a long and tedious process. Each mushroom was carefully brushed with the help of a mushroom brush. . . .
Posted: 2017-03-11
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MIKE HOLMES: Choosing the best shingles for your roof
I saw a notice recently about a class-action lawsuit against a shingle company. The problem was with their organic shingles not lasting as long as they should. A couple of companies have recently come under fire with this product. What's the . . .
Posted: 2012-09-15