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    Re: Weird Real Estate Question

    Finding out as much as you can is good. Typically though, the only party that has any oopportunity to do anything is the borrower. That person selling the land to you as the solution can be the end...
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    Re: gas log fireplaces?

    Either is perfectly acceptable and has it's place. I currently have what I'll call non-vented. We have a late 1800's Victorian Farmhouse with 6 fireplaces that were converted to gas logs because of...
  3. Thread: Need advice.

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    Re: Need advice.

    Well.....you DO have a few questions /forums/images/icons/smile.gif but all are good ones. Not knowing how many trees are involved could give as many choices as questions.

    If I were in your...
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    Re: cats in pole shed?

    So does that mean y'all are givin shelter to a bunch of "Pole Cats" /forums/images/icons/grin.gif
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    Re: Has anyone built their own home?

    What services will he provide specifically? Typical cost plus arraingements fall between 15 & 20 %.
  6. Re: Basement bath remodel...no p-trap under shower

    Very interesting gentlemen....Thanks for the education. Am always glad to get new and useful info. Do you do anything special as far as tank design....distance from house requirements and such. Is...
  7. Re: Basement bath remodel...no p-trap under shower

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    We have an evaporation pond on the other side of the septic system, the tube from the septic tank just ends 2 feet or so above the...
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    Re: Post and Beam barn raising!

    Jeff...The 4x4 posts @ 8' are fine. There are a couple of things I think I would do differently though. First I would bury the post in the ground 3' and encase it in the concrete. Use the 12" sono...
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    Re: Size of drain line to new septic tank

    4" if the only issue is deciding which one. Less chance for problems.
  10. Thread: " The Farm "

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    Re: \" The Farm \"

    I knew it wouldn't take long..... /forums/images/icons/shocked.gif .... /forums/images/icons/smirk.gif

    I was thinking the same thing and hoping someone else would open the can....Good job Gary.....
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    Re: Puzzling problem, need ideas!!!

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    am I going nuts, or what.

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    Welcome to the club... /forums/images/icons/crazy.gif You'll be getting your new...
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    Re: Architect Service Cost

    In my years of home building I have found that for most it's really a time issue and so the pricing is generally a per/hr or other time related method. Extras tend to be in the form of copies, phone...
  13. Thread: Intro

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    Re: Intro

    Hi Aaron,

    I think you'll be surprised at what you'll be able to share. It already sounds like where you live will provide many a wonderful story and many a quandry you'll be able to come here...
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    Re: Generator basics

    First things first...regardless of what size generator you get for what ever you want to power, there are a few things to keep in mind.
    1) ALWAYS.....turn off the main breaker to your home before...
  15. Thread: Challenged

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    Re: Challenged

    No you don't egon......being the boss means all roads lead to ...YOU..... /forums/images/icons/crazy.gif

    /forums/images/icons/grin.gif /forums/images/icons/grin.gif ...
  16. Thread: Eaves

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    Re: Eaves

    AAAHHHH....Now I understand. Well there are a host of materials available for bonding to metal that you could use. Of course it is important to identify the type of metal you have. Hit the hardware...
  17. Thread: Shower

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    Re: Shower

    Maybe...as I stated, If you're not having problems with any other fixtures, the problem could be localized. Keep in mind that your house is very old and the new plumbing was installed to accomodate...
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    Re: Eaves

    Have any pictures??? Need for more information.
  19. Thread: Shower

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    Re: Shower

    Sorry the shower stalled.... /forums/images/icons/smirk.gif

    Yes there is a chance of a clog somewhere down the line. The use of the snake will either clear the clog or make it clear that there is...
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    Re: Any ideas? Covering well pipe.

    There are a whole host of ideas you could use. One would be a barrel, open at the bottom so you could place it over the pipe, with a top that could be removed. The top could be recessed some inside...
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    Re: insulation in middle tennessee

    Mold and rot are the result of moisture build up and no ventilation. If you have good air flow and no leaks or water infiltration issues you should be ok. As far as material choices are concerned,...
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    Re: 7 yr old well suddenly not recovering

    Gonna need to compare water level in well now to when it was first installed. That will be first clue whether there is water loss and how severe. Pump will need to be examined too I suspect as it's...
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    Re: Another new house

    Have you given any consideration to Hardie Plank??

    I have a mid 1920's craftsman that I rehabilitated which included an addition of almost 800 sq ft. The siding on the original house is cypress. I...
  24. Thread: Well Drilling

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    Re: Well Drilling

    Egon, have you found an old box of family photo's or something? I have noticed them popping up all over the place... /forums/images/icons/grin.gif

    They remind me of the story of the 40 mile...
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    Re: Should I install natural gas ?

    Some things to consider....

    This is from an "If it were me" perspective.

    Is there the opportunity for additional development between you and the subdivision about to go up? if so, any idea when...
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