Recent content by JeremySmith

Are the blocks sound, and the mortar is what needs attention? Call up a couple masons, and have them come out and take a look at repairing the wall. It probably just needs to be tuckpointed - which is where they grind out the old grout in the joints and replace it with new. If the concrete block...

What's the minumum size lot over there? I'd look into subdividing off the house, and then "selling" the bulk of the lot to your business. BTW - I've been past your house, if it's the wally-world I'm thinkin of. Tons of new development one one side of the street, houses on the other - right?

Use blown-in insulation in the walls. It's been going in most of the new houses I'm doing. Takes care of lots of problems, a little more expensive (around here at least) but very slick product. If your plans show 16", have the contractor meet you halfway - "I'll pay for the extra studs, you pay...

Sent a pm. Dimensional lumber IS NOT acceptable in a condition like this. It may work for a single man door or window, but the loads add up quick over 9'.

The headers are spanning 9'?

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An old industrial building: For a new garage Use this: Those are two layers of fiberglass over a metal frame with insulation. It's called Kallwall. Not cheap, but would meet meet your light requirements, and provide some privacy and a little insulation.