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  • Brad and Finish Nail Guns

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    Smaller then their Framing Nailer counterparts Brad and Finish nail guns are used mostly by Finish Carpenters to install Moldings, Cabinets, Interior Doors and Build Decks. The size and amount of fasteners that you need to use will dictate whether you choose electric or pneumatic guns. Air Nailer are great when you know you need…

  • Pneumatic Framing Nail Guns

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    Nail guns now come in as many varieties as manual hammers. In this HowTo we will cover how to select and use a framing nail gun.   There are 3 basic factors in your choice of a nail gun. 1) Will you use Full Round Head Nails or Clipped Head Nails Round Head Nails have…

  • Water Service Line

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    The main line that brings water into your home is called your service line.  For most new homes this will be a 1 inch line made of ABS or similar flexible plastic pipe that resists cracking and is considered safe for drinking water. Older homes may have various types of metal lines: Galvanized Steel, Brass,…

  • Sump Pumps

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    Adding a new Sump Pump to your home is not an easy job. Cutting through the floor is the most dificult part but you will also need to drill a hole in the side of your foundation or Rim joist to run the exit pipe through. You will need to rent a gasoline powered concrete saw…

  • How To – Installing Bathroom Vanity Tile – Side Splash

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    When you install a sink or vanity against your wall there is a possibility of water damage and also damage from using cleaning products. To help reduce wear and drywall problems you can install a back / side splash material made of tile, stone, or even matching countertop material. In this how-to we will install…