Recent content by newgene

I may be able to share what I have learned. I am a mechanical engineer, so of course, I overanalyze everything. I too am about to build a garage that will need to meet the requirements for a lift (2-post Rotary brand). They also spec out 3,000 psi concrete. Yes, the most common concrete is...

Cork, that sounds like exactly what I am looking to do. Do you have any details on how they were made, or where you had to order them. I have never ordered a truss or had one made. I remember using the methods of joints and trusses in strengths of materials class, but not much further. I...

Thanks everyone. I'll keep you posted on what we do.

I have hopefully a quick question that you folks may know the answer to. I am in the early stages of building my houses, and I have my plans complete. We are about to pour concrete, and I'm discussing the roof and ceilings with the framer. One concern he brought up is my garage ceiling. The...

I plan to put in a security alarm this time around. I am also a part-time officer with the local police department. That doesn't mean much for stopping them at my house, but it did help me pick the area before I moved there.

If I am going to add windows to the side of the garage, does it make sense to add at least one to the back, as well. It will have the door.

I am a little concerned with thieves, but I guess not really much more than the house itself. I am rebuilding the house after Katrina destroyed the old structure. Prior to the hurricane, I would leave my toolbox, air compressor, and other tools unlocked on my front porch. I can't say the same...

I am planning to have separate garage doors, with 2 windows on the side wall. I currently only plan to put a door in on the back wall. I was planning to keep the back wall dedicated to toolboxes, etc. Does that all make sense. BTW, thanks for the advice on the windows. I feel a whole lot...

I am on the fence on this one. I am planning to build a very nice sized garage, but I am debating on whether to put in windows or not. What is everyone's thoughts on them? They look nice, but it seems to be a no-no. Thanks. :thumbup: