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Further details on how Danny Feig-Sandoval and his crew transformed a dirt crawlspace into new living space without disturbing the home's brick foundation. Slideshow: Adding Under (Continued)

Building Log Homes
by Bill Averette
Using a kit with kiln-dried logs reduces shrinkage and results in a tighter shell.

On the Job
Tricky miter; giant jig for big ellipses; tree protection

21st-Century Greek Revival
by Trevor Kurz
Use PVC trim to create a durable version of this classic cornice.

Making the Best of Rising Energy Costs
by Paul Eldrenkamp
Now is a good time to refine your green strategy in a way that guarantees profit.

Adapting to a Slower Economy How has the slowing economy affected your business? Have you, for example, taken on a greater percentage of smaller remodeling projects, or expanded your geographic coverage? Or perhaps you’ve specialized or created a handyman division? Let us know what you are doing to survive the downturn, and how your company is faring. Browse past month's surveys here

Moisture Barrier
What direction should it be installed for stucco and or faux stone ...

Doors At Different Heights
I have a vinyl slider right next to an interior door and the slider is considerably shorter Home owner wants casing around the slider I need ...

Contractor Controlled Insurance Program
I need some info guidance about Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs I run a small scale cabinet installation company brokering installs for cabinet companies We recently bid ...

Library Flat Files
Hey Folks Take a look at the picture below Now think solid mahogany floor to ceiling 3 foot by 4 foot drawers on blu motion sliders ...

Unvented Attics-replacing Roof Sheathing?
I m just trying to do some due diligence here before I recommend an unvented attic on an upcoming job I ve always gone with a ...

JLC Guide to Moisture Control From roof to basement, this is the contractor's definitive guide to keeping water out of a house... and dealing with the moisture that inevitably gets inside. From the editors at JLC. JLC Archive 11th Edition Our popular JLC collection on DVD gives you 22 years of the best construction know-how available. Includes free online access to this exclusive archive for one full year. All for just $99.95. Order now and shipping/handling is FREE. JLC's Construction Tips & Techniques More than 20 years of practical jobsite know-how is revealed in this brand-new book from JLC.  An essential companion to the JLC Field Guide
JLC Field Guide A Manual of Best Practice This is the ultimate visual guide to building a solid foundation and durable exterior shell. This 380 page masterwork from JLC features more than 440 detailed technical diagrams and concise explanations on foundations, framing, roofing and exteriors.	Contractor's Legal Kit II This completely revised edition of our popular legal guide for builders & remodelers features a new chapter on mold, plus new clauses for dispute resolution, concealed conditions, warranties and exclusions. All forms included on a free CD-ROM.

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JLC LIVE
Our Residential Construction conference and expo is coming to a city near you.
Minneapolis, MN - October 7-10, 2008
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JLC Expert Forum - Ceramic Tile
JLC is pleased to welcome back Michael Byrne as Moderator of the Ceramic Tile Forum. Michael is a leading expert in the ceramic tile industry with more than 35 years experience as a contractor and consultant.