Posts Tagged ‘Materials and Supplies’
Installing Windows in New Construction
Windows are available in numerous shapes, sizes and brands. Local building codes may specify minimum glass and venting required in new construction. Check with your zoning office for required specifications. New Window Installation: Check the size of your rough opening; make sure there is at least ¼” clearance on all sides of the window opening. ...
Installing Shingle Roofs
When you are installing a shingle roof system and your roof structure contains valleys, valleys must be installed before underlayment is applied. If there are no valleys, begin with underlayment. Underlayment: A variety of roof underlayments are for sale today, such as 15# or 30# asphalt felts or snow & ice shields. Snow and ice shields ...
Leveling Floors
Older homes and buildings most generally present you with structural obstacles when it comes to renovations or updates of any sort. Aged structures, many times, have foundation problems which result in sloping, sagging or dipping floors. Depending on your personal needs, these obstacles can be dealt with in several ways. If you want to retain ...
Installing Sub-Fascia & Rake Trim
This “How To” article is written for a straight line roof: Check your rafter tails with a string-line to insure a straight line for your sub-fascia Refer to your house plans or blue print for soffit size and style Measure to your exterior wall to make sure you have a correct dimension for soffit Trim ...
