Author: YouRepair
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How To – Electrical Outlet & Switch Boxes
Boxes come in two basic types Metal and Plastic. For general residential construction the choice is left up to the contractor and if the box is not exposed then it will most often be a plastic box. Exposed boxes like the ones found in unfinished basements and outside the home are made of metal this…
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Home Wiring Intro
Electricity can be dangerous. You should always turn the circuit off at the breaker box or remove any fuse to a circuit you are working on. One easy way to find the circuit is to plug-in a radio in to the branch you want to work on then turn off breakers at the main box…
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Introduction to House Framing
Framing refers to the process of building the structure of the house. Once the foundation is established carpenters begin to build the frame of the house with nominal sized 2x lumber and plywood material. The methods used for building the frame of the house vary by region, the materials being used and builders experience. All…
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Post and Pier foundations in Flood Prone Areas
Post and Pier foundations are most often associated with beach or river front settings. Their main use in those areas is to provide a footing that will support the home over loose soil or sand and also to raise the home above the flood zone level. [adrotate group=”6″] Other uses of Pier and post foundations…
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Concrete Foundations – Footings
Concrete is the fastest and easiest way to form a buildings foundation. Aluminum or wood forms are used to define the shape and placement of the wall and then concrete is poured into the form and allowed to cure. Foundations have 3 basic parts: the footing, the wall and the Slab or floor. Footing specifications…