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Why doesn’t the rebar used to reinforce concrete footings and foundations—which... More
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For the best door security, install a deadbolt, reinforce the strike plate and tie it into the frame, and use forged, hardened, and corrosion-resistant lock components. More
Q: Does ACQ-treated wood contribute to accelerated corrosion of galvanized fasteners? More
Q: Do low-flow toilets generate enough water to carry solids through the soil pipe to the city sewage line or the septic system? With so little water being flushed, my concern is that in older homes with cast iron pipes, corrosion in the pipe may catch the solids and cause blockage. More
