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Backfill: Slate Is Final

Siding with slate More

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10-Inch Portable Table Saws

The newest 10-inch job-site table saws combine the rip capacity of contractor... More

Give Me a Brake: Tips for Working with Metal

We brake metal all over our remodeling projects and use it for everything from flashing to fascia material. Over my 20-year remodeling career, I've learned a few things about getting it right. A simple gauge, proper nailing, and using the correct bends speeds up installation, prevents callbacks, and makes it look better when you go to the client for the last check. More

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Souping Up a Tow-Behind, Remodeler's Style

Besides providing extra workspace and valuable job-site storage, a trailer is also... More

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Products

Cordless impact wrench, wall lift, cold-weather caulk, nonstick shovel, flexible... More

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Buying a Plunge Router

Plunge routers offer greater versatility than fixed-base routers. Here we compare the power and precision of some of the best models on the market. More

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Backfill: Sucking Up Prairie Dogs

Wanted: new homes for prairie dogs More

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Bending V-Crimped Valley Flashing

Keep runoff under control where roofs of different pitches intersect. More

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Sidewinder Saws

Every carpenter already has at least one of these tools, but eventually they’ll need replacing. Here’s a comparison of pro-duty saws, with a look at new features, to assist you in making your next purchase. More

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Letters

Leave remodeling to professionals, base flashing detail for irregular foundations, pros and cons of forced-hot-air zoning More

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