Recent content by CentralIL

This sounds like a good plan. Can you explain, in more detail, what you mean by a trench drain? Thanks

I need a solution for my garage floor drain. Right now the drain (3”pvc pipe) extends out from the foundation about 3 foot into the yard. It is about 6” below where the grade of the yard will be when I am finished. I am trying to decide whether to construct some sort of a dry well for the...

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Please help me by providing your best estimate for a framing bid (labor only) on garage 34'x54'x 16' (walls). stick built on concrete foundation and slab. 2x6 construction. scissors truss, 6/12 pitch. No roofing, no siding, no electrical. no felt on roof. includes the installation of...

I am going to look into this option. What, if any, are the disadvantages of going with a concrete block wall instead of a poured wall?

No lift. This is just more of a bonus room for my two boys and I. We are avid basketball players and will be using the garage to shoot around in during the winter months. The garage will also be used for storage. Boat, lawn mowers, 4-wheelers, tools...etc. So…your recommending against any...

I am building a garage in Central Illinois. 34’x54’x16’, 2x6 walls, scissors truss I am raising the grade of the garage floor about 18 inches. Because of this, my contractor has recommended that I put in foundation walls. The concrete only bid for this is $9,800. The other option that I...

I am building a 2 story home in Central Illinois. I will have a 1300 sq. ft. 3 car attached garage with an 11’ insulated ceiling and a 34’ x 54’ detached garage with a 16’ ceiling. I do not work in these garages on a daily basis. I would just like to have the ability to heat the garages...

This sounds like a very good idea. Did Miracle Truss give you a fair discount to leave out the steel walls and roof? Has anyone else done this (Miracle Truss frame with vinyl siding and shingles)?

kxmotox247, If possible, I would love to hear more about your deal with FBI.:thumbup:

I have a bid from Miracle Truss on a 30x50x12 for $22,000. I also have a bid from Adams Truss on a 30x50x12 for $11,000. Both bids include insulation, 1 overhead door (10'x12') and 1 entry door. I am building a new house right next to the building, so I definitely want this building to look...

I am trying to choose a steel building truss (clear span) building manufacter. I am in Central Illinois. I have received information from Miracle Truss, Adams Truss & Perka. My building will be approximately 36' x 54' x 12'. I do plan on insulating the building. Has anyone had...

I can afford more...I am just being cheap. Based on my needs, what would be a better expectation of cost and what company and type of building would you recommend?

I would like to build a 30 x 50 storage shed / garage on the 7.5 acres that I have recently purchased. This garage will be used for storage. I would LIKE to insulate the shed. I will be pouring my own concrete and I can take care of the electrical, if needed. I really don't have a...