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  Housewrap debate continues, job-site power tips, commonsense safety, roof framing math

• Troubleshooting Common Chimney Problems

  Most chimney problems stem from a few root causes, such as improperly mixed mortar and poorly constructed crowns. Unfortunately, once done, the resulting damage can be expensive to repair. A chimney expert shows how to recognize and prevent

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  Rake wall layout options, rain screen siding details, charging what the market will bear

• Strictly Business: Finding Good Help

  How to find good employees

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  Fiber-cement corners, undercabinet lights, brick veneer details, competitive bidding

• Practical Engineering: Permanent Bracing for Piggyback Trusses

  Permanent bracing for piggyback trusses

• Practical Engineering: Box vs. Common Nails

  Comparing box and common nails

• Mission Almost Impossible

  An inside look at how a large, quality-conscious West Coast builder runs a demanding job

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  Another vote against vinyl, chimney spillage warning, on working with architects

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  Deck details, nailing metal hangers, vinyl siding