Installing OSB sheathing on the roof of your DIY house is not hard to do. In this article, I show you how simple it is by guiding you through my sheathing process, step by step. I also go over some important safety tips that you should follow whenever you’re working on a tall structure. Once […]
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Building out the valley framing for a small roof on your DIY house is easy, but it does involve a lot of steps. That’s why I’m dedicating this entire article to explaining how to get through this process, step by step, so that you can do it yourself! As always, be sure to ALWAYS CHECK
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In this article, I’m going to take you step by step through the process of building roof rake ladder overhangs for your DIY house gable trusses on the ground. This may seem like a daunting build for a beginner DIYer, given the size of the project. But once you understand the process, you’ll get the
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If you’ve reached the point in your DIY house building project where you need to build a wall with a door opening, this article will teach you how to do just that. As usual, I’ll be basing my framework measurements on the most common layout, which is 16 inches on center. Be sure to ALWAYS
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Building jack studs is a crucial part of framing walls in a construction project. Jack studs are the vertical framing members that are used in conjunction with king studs to support a header above an opening, such as a door or window. In this step by step guide, we will walk you through the process
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It may sound redundant, but the foundation (which includes the sill plate) of your house is, well, the foundation of everything. Without it, your entire DIY house could shift or even tear away during extreme weather conditions, like tornadoes and hurricanes. To make your foundation whole, you need to install a sill plate. This is
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If you’re taking the DIY route of building a house or a similar structure, you must learn how to build an interior wall with a door. But before you can do that, you must determine whether the wall will be load bearing or non-load bearing. If you’re not sure about the difference, don’t worry. I
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Anyone who has ever attempted a DIY project knows that a tape measure is an essential tool. However, reading a tape measure can be tricky, especially for beginners. If you’ve ever tried to measure something and got lost in the numbers, don’t worry – with a little practice, you’ll be able to quickly and easily
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Introduction Building your own home can be an extremely rewarding experience, both mentally and financially. You’ll have total control over the design and construction of your home, and you’ll be able to customize it to your exact needs and preferences. You’ll also save money in the long run, as you won’t have to pay a
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The Excellent Laborer blog is a personal account of my journey in the construction industry. I have worked with various companies for 15 years and learned skills needed to start building homes, which I now act as the contractor of my own houses. Learn “How To” The content demonstrates that even if you’re not skilled
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