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January 13, 2022
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 17:48 — 16.3MB)
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https://media.blubrry.com/mightyhouse/content.blubrry.com/mightyhouse/MH_2202Decks_Digging.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 17:48 — 16.3MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Android | Pandora | Stitcher | Blubrry | TuneIn | RSS | SubscribeDeck Building 101 Creating a Good Foundation Call before you dig!!
Category: Decks, Foundations Comments Off on Deck Building 101 Creating a Good Foundation
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December 5, 2019
As homeowners, we need to be prepared for repairs. Often, we can manage the little things by ourselves. However, there are specific projects that only professionals should handle.
Category: Aging In Place, Basements, Decks, Drywall, Plaster, Painting, Electrcial, Foundations, Framing, Plumbing, Roofing and Gutters, Siding, Uncategorized
Tags: electrical, Home Repairs, permits, Plumbing, remodeling, toxic repairs, Tree Removal | Comments Off on Why These Repairs Are Not DIY-Friendly
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February 25, 2017
What should be included in your plans? BlueprintsNo matter how much we preach the benefit of a well written contract, many people still make the mistake of signing one that doesn’t clearly call out what they are getting. Once the project starts and a dispute arises, most people will turn to the architect for guidance. […]
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Tags: basement build out, basement finishing, Bathroom, bathroom remodel, Blueprint information, Blueprinting, Blueprints, Demo, demolition plans, electrical plans, elevations, floor plans, flooring, Foundations, HVAC, Kitchen, kitchen remodel, Mechanical plans, new construction, remodel, remodel selections, remodeling, Roofing design | Comments Off on Blueprints, what information should be on them?
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November 13, 2016
We get questions on how to build out a basement and not worry about mold. Here is a quick 5 step process to a mold free basement build out. #1. Put a concrete sealer on the floor and walls. Anything concrete sealer will do. If you are worried about seepage then you can use ULG DryLok […]
Category: Basements, Foundations, Framing, Green Stuff, Insulation
Tags: basement build out, basement finishing, basement full of mold, basement remodel, finishing a basement, mold, mold free basement, mold free basement build out, Moldy basement, remodel basement | Comments Off on Mold Free Basement Remodel
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May 25, 2013
Dandelions and Honey Bee questions and comments dominated the show today. Here are a few links to the things we talked about. Dandelion Root Tea…..Taste like coffee. Not chicken? How to Make Roast Dandelion Root Coffee www.rosesprodigalgarden.org Another way to help save bees is to use “Mason Bees”. Check this out: www.parentmap.com/…/keeping-mason-bees-10-expert-tips-for-families Want to help […]
Category: Foundations, Green Stuff, Insulation, Masonry, Stucco, Uncategorized Comments Off on Show Recap from 25 May 2013
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May 18, 2013
One of the topics today was about the LED lighting and how the prices have dropped. Looking for an LED for under 10 bucks that will last 25 years? Here it is http://www.creebulb.com/ Here is the Geek alert for the day. It was on House wrap vs drainage planes. This is a link to the […]
Category: Electrcial, Foundations, Framing, Green Stuff, Insulation, Siding Comments Off on Show Recap for 18 May 13
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May 4, 2013
Siding, roofing and concrete problems were the questions of the day. Let’s start with the siding. All types of siding are fine when installed properly. With the properly installed drainage plane no water damage can occur even if the siding was to fall off. Some siding may require a rough or crinkled surface type of […]
Category: Foundations, Framing, Green Stuff, Heating and Cooling, Insulation, Roofing and Gutters, Siding, Windows, Doors and Trim Comments Off on Show Recap 4 May 2013
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April 28, 2013
We had a great time at the DuPage County Home Improvement & Landscaping Expo at DuPage County Fair Grounds. We met a lot of great listeners. We spoke with Ody from Southwind RAS in the first hour and he runs a company that recycles roofing with over 11 locations in Illinois and Wisconsin. Keep your […]
Category: Basements, Foundations, Framing, Green Stuff, Roofing and Gutters, Siding Comments Off on Show Recap from 27 April 2013
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April 21, 2013
We talked a lot about flooding issues, ejector pumps and sump pumps. Here is an over view of some of those issues. Don’t walk into a flooded basement without checking to make sure the water is not electrified. If the power is on, pull the electric meter or turn off the power in some way […]
Category: Basements, Electrcial, Foundations, Plumbing, Uncategorized Comments Off on Show Recap from 20 April 2013
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April 14, 2013
Sign up to go to Springfield and lobby for solar wind wind power on the Tuesday, April 16th, Tuesday, April 30th or Tuesday, May 7th. http://illinoissolar.org/ We talked to Jen Walling from Executive Director, Illinois Environmental Council. Illinois’ Energy Efficiency Building codes are a huge win for the environment, homeowners, and businesses. Efforts are under […]
Category: Basements, Clutter Clarity, Drywall, Plaster, Painting, Foundations, Uncategorized Comments Off on Show Recap from April 13th 2013