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    Mini split size for 22 by 24 garage

    My garage is currently being built. It will be wood construction 22 x 24, with 16 foot walls. I plan on using 12” batt insulation in the ceiling, with an attic, and 8 inch batt in the walls. I’m in St. Petersburg, Florida. I’m hoping to find someone with actual experience on a similar building...
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    Down payment

    How large of a down payment is typically put down before construction of a new garage? I am close to possibly getting a garage built by Tough Sheds. It will be roughly $60,000. They are asking for 90% down, (I’m not OK with that), or finance it through GreenSky Inc. If I finance it through...
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    Is cement slab insulation worth it in Florida?

    I am building a 22x24 shop in St. Petersburg, FL. It will have a split AC unit, but only turned on when I am working out there, maybe two days a week. Is floor insulation a worthwhile investment? How about moisture barrier? I’m also wondering about the type and thickness of the base to use in...
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    A couple metal building questions.

    My local codes in St. Petersburg, Florida require that a metal garage has to match my house. Is it possible/practical to put a shingle roof on a metal building? Also, my house has wood siding. Is there side panels available that would be a close match for that? Thanks for any help. I’m sure I...
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    Oil fill on a 2 ton Harbor Freight jack?

    I have an item number 61406 jack, and I’m trying to figure out where the oil fill plug is. Mine looks different than what is shown in the manual. The yellow sticker says ”safety valve do not adjust”, so I know that is not it.
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