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An experienced roofing contractor describes the details that make for a long-lasting, leak-free concrete tile roof.
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Although contractors often substitute synthetic fibers for wire mesh in concrete slabs, the two products perform different functions
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Online building permits; sunroom code changes; tool recalls; plumbing with lead-containing brass reconsidered; foundation failures in Texas droughts; more
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New engineered-lumber cores have cut the cost and improved the stability of raised-panel doors. Here’s an overview.
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We evaluate an assortment of today’s safety products and ponder the age-old question: Can safety products actually look cool?
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We sent two JLC editors to the show to research what’s new in the world of tools and equipment. Here’s the report from Dave Crosby.
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The solid-surfacing industry is changing fast as more manufacturers enter the market. Here’s an update of new product choices, plus a review of tools designed specifically for solid-surface fabrication.
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We sent the new reciprocating saws out into the field to see how they performed. Here’s how a group of veteran remodelers rated the saws for a variety of tasks.
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Q: Do steel-framed homes have special requirements for electrical grounding?
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Q: After installing an EPDM roof, I noticed that there are a few air bubbles under the roofing. Is this a problem? If so, is there any remedy?