Recent content by High Desert

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I agree with hh76. If your shed leaks, you will see it quickly, not like a house where the damage would be covered by insulation/drywall. Most of the products available on the market for sealing roof penetrations were developed to reduce install time, keep insurance companies happy, and...

There are flashings you can purchase from a local solar distributor that are designed to seal those lag bolts. I used them for the solar install on my house 3 years ago, and they work perfectly. Also, if you are looking for the best power generation, the module (solar panel) should face south...

Break it into steps. I designed, supervised, and labored my own workshop in several steps that all seemed to start with "I wonder". -"I wonder what it would take to get an architect to draw up plans for my workshop?" It only took $1,500 and about 2 months of correspondence. Huh, that was pretty...

You might try a septic tank cleaning company. They often have to locate septic tanks when owners have no idea. If the lines aren't clogged, they have a device they can flush that emits an RFID (I think), then search the yard for the signal. Perhaps they could "flush" one down your line. If...

Wow! There are some really impressive designs in this thread! I used Sketchup to build my shop before sending what I wanted to the architect. I also use it to pre-build almost every project now to ensure everything fits up nicely without having to hand draw it. Sketchup is an amazing tool...

Yes, it seemed like too intricate work for the mig, and I didn't want to use any body filler. A #2 tip and patience for both sides. Smoothed it out with a cutting wheel on the dremel. It is the kind of dedication that my wife makes jokes about.

Attached is a picture of the single switch for the back door porch light.

Thanks! I probably should have asked what is available here first before welding and grinding everything. My grandpa's garage/shop (and entire house) had these types of switches, and I just loved them as a kid. He always had something cool he was working on whenever we went to visit.

During the planning stages of building my workshop, I got ahead of myself and purchased some old-style push-button switches from classic accents. They don't sell mounting plates for this application though. I thought I could just purchase a blank switch plate and modify for the switches. It...

Thanks! I did my share of Wal-Marts, Costcos, and Schools..

Wow, you were here at the beginning. I think the city was incorporated in the early '80s. Not sure if I would know the wall, but I know the area of Broadmor and Lakeview. Not too many adobe home going up these days though.

It is finished. This morning the inspector came out for my second Final inspection and approved. I have the Certificate of Occupancy! He said there are three inspectors for the city and they all agree that my shop is the nicest they have ever seen. Now, to start using it! Thanks for all...

I learned to use Sketchup for work in 2011. Granted, I have the paid version, but the free version isn't very limited. Never had any experience with drawing software before. I hired an architect to create the permit drawings, but having the 3d version of what I wanted really ensured that the...

Ha! I think you just gave me an idea for a witty response..