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    Pegboard instead of sheet rock...

    I recently did my garage, looked at all options, IIRC pegboard was a bit more expensive than my option of going with osb.Youll probably want a combination of materials just using pegboard in a couple areas, hope that helps and Im still trying to decipher your login. Peace MM
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    Electric hoist remote cord

    Coolguy, I ran into the same issue and couldnt find the same wire in town, I went to a electrical repair store, where they rebuilt starters, alternators, electric motors etc.. they ended up doing the wiring all for like $60 bucks if I remember. Hope that helps. MM
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    Joint between slab floor and block wall.

    Id use hydraulic cement, its made pretty much for that application, also the reason that patch is there is the previous owner was going to run all his wires in there and then cover it(LOL) If your not an electrician Id call one and just get it checked out. Good luck
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    Need help on future garage

    Id start with your local building inspector,a lot of it will depend on if your in city limits or out of city limits, start there and if your in city limits I wouldn't say your using it as a living space it falls into a whole different permit.Do you have the land already? It will be cheaper to...
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    Concrete floor advice

    Or paving stones
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    How to Keep Basement Dry - A/C Unit or Dehumidifier?

    Scott, first off can you fix the leak?Id go there first and as far as I know dehumidifiers are gravity drain, you can buy them with a 3 gallon reservoir and empty it every day, or you could mount it up high, bypass the reservoir, have it drain into a 50 gallon barrel with a sump pump hooked to...
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    blending 40ft container with current 30x40 shop

    You could paint it to match the shop or side it,then put a roof top garden/deck on top of it with some stairs,outdoor furniture,firepit etc...,might as well accentuate the redneck look or bury it, might make getting **** in and out a little tough,or do like me and pour a pad next to the shop and...
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    Insulating Garage Ceiling R13 vs R19

    Sorry mines 2 stories with a full floor up above , however you tube it for insulting floor trusses.... MM
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    20'x40': Stick build the roof or use trusses?

    Look at attic trusses, they make em.
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    Insulating Garage Ceiling R13 vs R19

    I recently researched this quite a bit and from what I found where all your infiltration of air is from where your trusses meet the walls(obviously when you think about it) I made little 2 in. thick plates out of pink panther Styrofoam, I made 1 template then made like 72, put em up in there...
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    Fill drywall screw holes before painting garage?

    Id fill em, paint your ceiling first and if you need to mark a spot where the stud is on the ceiling and floor before you paint the walls, then paint the walls, after the paints dry, snap a chalkline on your dried paint so you know where the stud is, or use a stud finder or drywall anchors...
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    Solar lighting?

    How bout solar powered deck lights or flag pole lights? Just sit em on top of your van during the day. MM
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    national barn strikes again

    I agree with readhead, hold back a certain amount Id say 20 percent, also make sure you tell them dont send out a guy with 10 tubes of caulk to "fix" it. Get pictures of how it should be and pay when its to your satisfaction. Goodluck.... METALMOVER
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    Good things come to me that waits

    Yep, love em and you ****.... Oh but I like the plate.... METALMOVER
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    Barn Finds (cars and other vehicles)

    1 of anywhere between 17 and 200
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    Correct Deck Composite decking help

    I was at Menards this past week and saw a product called Rock Solid( I think) for garage floors and decks, it was almost like rhino liner for decks, I didnt research it to much I was standing there waiting for them to find the right timber oil for my cedar deck,I dont know if it would work on...
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    Do's & Don't of new construction plumbing rough in & electricity

    Are you on city water if not a filter system, decide on what lighting fixtures you want and placement, I wished I had more outside lights,outside plug ins and hydrants, as far as not hearing any water, water closets and good soundproof insulation. Good luck. METALMOVER
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    Is it worth building if the building is small?

    It will be big enough if your architect is any good, do they consider pergulas covered roof? Or maybe sun sails and incorporate those with the pool house portion.
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    Min R-value for ceiling (between joists)?

    I doubt if theres code for a detatched garage, theres not in my county and I just got done building it, they did require me however to have all my electrical covered before I passed inspection, wasnt planning on that. Are you sheating the top side of the rafters so you have attic storage?
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