Recent content by Bad4Bizness84

Ok, so I have been trying to decide between normal stud framing on top of concrete, or a pole style in which I could have the concrete poured later. So cost is my main issue. I was going to have a slab poured and build on top of that but wasn't going to dig footers, so everyone said that's a...

The fact still stands... Even thought the old houses sink a little or shift here and there, they're still standing, I could right now put my fist through my wall no problem, but try to put your hand through a house wall in an 80 yr old house.. You'll break your wrist or arm! My point still...

I had another question... Ok so I will have 2x4 wall framing flush with the edges of the concrete, then purlins running horizontally at 24" oc.. So when I put the ribbed sheet metal on wont there be a 1" gap between the concrete or wall and the metal? I imagine rain hitting the ground and...

I think you're reading me wrong. See, I live in rural southern Missouri, I see farmers building entire barns out of half broken pallets, and any other scrap they can find. I'm not a spoiled baby that wants a mansion today for $3... I simply am looking to avoid some of the unnecessary ****...

Shoot, it turned sideways!

Here is a visual aid in what I'm thinking... Let me know if anyone sees any problems I may have with this layout.

I love all this feedback, and all the different ideas! As far as footings go, wouldn't that add a substantial amount to the cost? I have seen some of the hillbillies around here build the crappiest buildings, but they last for decades. So, I am completely unwilling to go over my $5k budget...

Hey guys great discussion, lots of helpfull info. I'm going with a 3/12 pitch because we don't seem to get more than a few inches of snow sometimes no snow at all, and honestly I'm ashamed to say I'm scared of heights!!! So I figure keep the pitch shallow and take up a couple sheets of plywood...

Wow, very helpful replies! Thanks a lot. I was trying to picture one long continuous board, and didn't even think about just using 2 15 ft lengths instead. This may be dumb, but, I'm guessing you would run 2 vertical braces up from the joist to hold the two ends where they **** together to...

Need help with roof framing!!! Hello from Missouri! First off thank you for taking the time to help out a fellow DIYer! I'm going to include lots of details so bare with me. I'm wanting to build a 24x30 garage/shop with 30 being the length. It will be 2x4 walls 16" oc 104" tall with a double top...

Hello from Missouri! First off thank you for taking the time to help out a fellow DIYer! I'm going to include lots of details so bare with me. I'm wanting to build a 24x30 garage/shop with 30 being the length. It will be 2x4 walls 16" oc 104" tall with a double top and bottom plate. It will...