How Nail Spacing & Size Affect Structural Shear Wall Strength
Video | 1 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/framing/shear_panel/index.html - In this video, we break down the structural numbers for common shear wall nailing patterns and compare four standard framing nails: 8d Common, 8d Sinker, 10d Common, and 10d Sinker. If ...
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Framing Education - Floor Sheathing Layout Hacks & Foundation Vent Calculations
Guide | 1 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/framing/floors/index.html - Struggling with floor sheathing layouts when your joists don't line up? Or trying to figure out exactly how many foundation vents your crawl space needs to pass inspection? In this comprehen...
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Do You REALLY Need a Building Permit for That? - Home Plumbing Edition
Video | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/repairs/plumbing/index.html - Wondering if you need a building permit for your next home project? The ultimate answer is always to check with your local building department, but in this video, we break down the general...
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Watch This Before Adding a Mid-Span Support to Open Web Trusses To Fix Sagging Floor
Video | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/repairs/framing/floors/index.html - Thinking about fixing sagging open web floor trusses by adding a mid-span support beam? Watch this first! In this video, we dive into the major structural risks of jacking up open we...
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Wall Framing Tutorials - Braces, Drilling Codes, Stud Sizes and Old-School Arches
Guide | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com - Are you building a shed or tackling a new wall framing project? Don't make the common mistake of skipping your wall braces! In this comprehensive framing guide, we cover essential carpentry tips to keep your walls st...
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The Math Behind Joist Bearing Minimums - Long Joist Spans Can Change Bearing Distances
Guide | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/engineering/index.html - Ever wonder why the International Residential Code (IRC) requires a floor joist to sit a minimum of 1.5 inches on a wall framing plate or beam? In this video, we break down the actual math stru...
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Watch This Before Using Chemicals, Hydrogen Peroxide or Baking Soda to Unclog Plumbing Drain Pipes
Guide | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/repairs/plumbing/index.html - DISCLAIMER - Please make sure you read and understand this disclaimer before trying anything suggested in this video. Chemical drain cleaners can be harmful to your plumbing system. Always...
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Washing Machine Wet Venting Rules, Common Installation Errors and Building Code Issues
Guide | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/plumbing/index.html - Are you installing or remodeling a washing machine drain? Make sure you watch this video first to avoid common, code-violating plumbing mistakes that can lead to problems down the road! In this vi...
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How to Set a Post in Ground for Maximum Strength - Pros, Cons & Strength
Guide | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com - Thank you to our amazing subscribers! In this video, we are answering a great question from the community: What is the best way to set a post in the ground, and what are the pros and cons of each method? Whether you ...
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Can You Build a Load Bearing Wall or Install Structural Post on Top of an Old Basement Slab?
Review | 2 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/basements/index.html - Can you build a load-bearing wall or install a structural post directly on top of an old basement concrete slab? In this video, we break down the reality of older basement construction (specifica...
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Top Flange Firewall Hangers - Pros, Cons And Pricing
Guide | 3 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/framing/index.html - In this video, I explore the differences between expensive top-flange firewall joist hangers and traditional framing methods. You will learn how to build a firewall using standard joists sitting on...
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8 Reasons Your House Doors Are Sticking & Misaligned
Guide | 3 months ago
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/doors/index.html - Is your front door rubbing against the frame? Or maybe an interior bedroom door suddenly won't latch properly? In this video, we explore 8 common (and some highly surprising) reasons why your house d...
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