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CNC-Manufactured Framing Replaces Site-Built Custom Dormers
14 commentsQuestion: What do each of these carpentry disciplines have in common; millwork, windows, cabinets, doors and stairs? Answer: In the not-to-distant past, each of these tasks was performed on-site by highly skilled carpenters. New applications of digital capabilities assure more change is inevitable as shown here with CNC fabrication of complex roof-framing assemblies.
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Bill Offers Disaster-Relief Funding to States with Stricter Building Codes
A measure to be introduced in Congress on May 8 provides financial incentives to states that adopt the latest versions of the International Residential Code
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How to and When to Remove Potential Property Nuisances
1 commentAs homeowners or potential homeowners, there will come a time when the renovation to the property must begin again. Sometimes these renovations like adding a garage or a second story are planned and...
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How to Remove a Router Bit Without Busting Your Knuckles
4 commentsThe safest way to loosen a router collet is as simple as changing the direction of your wrenches
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The Importance of Having an IT Security Recruitment Policy
In recent years, businesses have suffered an onslaught of cyber-security attacks. There is money in cybercrime and cybercriminals have been working hard to defeat all the security measures taken...
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Ladder-Safety Jigsaw Puzzle
We heard that the latest Inspector game was a bit easy, so we changed it up a bit
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EPA to Present Lead-Safe Webinar on Nov. 10
The free session will focus on lead-sale practices, compliance, lead-safe certification, and recent rule changes
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Judges Dismiss Cases Over Carbon Monoxide Deaths in Aspen
1 commentAn HVAC contractor and a building inspector faced criminal charges in connection with the deaths of four people who were poisoned by carbon monoxide
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Make Your Blowtorch Safe
4 commentsPropane torches have tippy bases on one end and flames coming out the other. You could keep a fire extinguisher handy, but there's a better way.
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Feds Consider Unprecedented Safety Rules for Tablesaws
48 commentsMany of you will remember the heated debate when Carlos Osorio, a carpenter who injured himself using a jobsite tablesaw, was awarded $1.5 million from One World, maker of the Ryobi...
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Designing and Building Homes That Stay Accessible
The right features make it easier for homeowners to stay put as they age
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How to Get Ready For the Next Big Storm
Irene's damage is done, but it's never too early to start preparing for the next natural disaster
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Do Rules on Disturbing Lead Paint Apply to a Detached Garage?
10 commentsA neighbor has hired someone to clean and paint a detached garage on his property, and now paint chips presumably containing lead are everywhere
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Good, Safe Carpentry Work Demands That We be Present
7 commentsAre we able to do our carpentry work well without really being present? Carpentry, in my opinion, is Meditation.
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Building a radon-resistant home.
1 commentWhat is deadly and might be lurking in your basement? No, not a Ninja (well probably not), in most cases it is Radon. And it is important to know what Radon is and how to ensure it isn't a threat to your household. From building to testing, I will share what I learned about Radon while building my house.
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NAHB Cheers EPA Rejection of New Lead-Paint Dust Rule
Still on the association’s wish list: a reliable, inexpensive lead test kit and a provision that would allow households with no children or pregnant women in residence to waive the rule requirements
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Concern Over EPA's Proposed New Lead-Safe Rule
10 commentsA dust-wipe testing rule would further boost the costs of renovations and repairs involving lead-safe practices, a recent survey indicates. But would it also alleviate liability concerns?
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Working with Toxic Chemicals on the Job Site
3 commentsA timely blog on the hazards of using toxic chemicals in our work places and job sites.
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Getting on board with fire sprinklers
55 commentsBuilding official, Lynn Underwood, discusses the pros and cons of installing residential fire sprinklers.
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Lead Paint: The Fines Are Real
15 commentsAn Oregon painting contractor shells out over $32K for failing to comply with lead-paint regulations.
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How to Paint Fiber-Cement Siding
Painter Jim Lacey shares some tips for caulking and painting fiber-cement siding. read more
