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    Why are driveway culverts so narrow?

    It may boil down to what the local township requirements are. Here in TN all we need is a 24'. When the supplier dropped off our new culvert, they dropped off a 30Fter. Turns out the 30 was cheaper than the 24 just due to the volume. AL
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    Good, Cheap LED Landscape Lights

    What ever you choose, purchase several "Extra" lights, to replace failed lights across time! I'd also suggest using the exterior weatherproof wire nuts, - https://www.homedepot.com/p/DryConn-Small-Waterproof-Wire-Connectors-Aqua-Orange-20-Pack-62114/202889871 AL
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    Electrical parts shortages at big box stores

    With Lowes here in TN, the do a lot of the shelf stocking LATE afternoon or evening. What I've done, is check stock levels in the morning, If there is a large qty. od electrical parts, I assume that the shelves have been stocked! The other thing I've come to understand, is the electrical Assoc...
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    At what point do you just chuck all of your junk in a dumpster?

    List it on Facebook Market place as - Free - to first person driving by! AL
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    Concrete "Stem Wall" for 12x16 shed?

    Determine the size of the J bolt ,then purchase the same size threaded rod and associated 4" coupler. That way you can add one or more block and still secure it to the concrete.
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    Drywall sanding

    Many yrs. ago I purchased the PC sanding system. The most important part is there DW vacuum as it has a 2 stage filter, and the dust is collected in there own bag! Well worth the $$$, have used it over 20 yrs. and numerous houses and garages!! AL
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    Why not Bosch?

    Have a few left over from the 70s -80's and still working. Bosch makes a small selection of their tools in the US, which is strange given that they are a German company, and even Makita, a company from Japan, outsources some production to China! AL
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    Help with hardscaping

    Run the sidewalk straight but at an angle between the two structures. That way you only need to cut the starter course at either end! AL
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    Moving a generator slab?

    The smaller walk behind skids seers are only good for 700 - 900 lbs. BC S-450 is good for 1,600 lbs. AL
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    How should I pay for a storage shed?

    Here in TN was looking at a 12x24 shed. There was a BIG difference in pricing. Ended up going with a local Amish group. They built the shed in their "Factory" and trucked it to our location. The workmanship was outstanding. Pricing was the best, and as a "Veteran" received a discount and a...
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    What brand of whole home generator

    unfortunately, they are not an option in Central TN! AL
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    What brand of whole home generator

    Here in Putnam Co. TN and surrounding areas, there are kohler, and Generic dealers. However, those dealers PUSH Generic !! I prefer Kohler as they use less LP than the Generic!!
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    Above 1200 Sq/FT Middle Tennessee barn build

    Ops !!!! Thanks !! AL
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    Above 1200 Sq/FT Middle Tennessee barn build

    As an FYI, contractors here in TN only work in a small geographic area, as there is more work than everyone can handle! The only exception to that is people that purchase the metal barn kits. They will send in their own crews and be gone in 3-5 days depending on the size of the building !! AL
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    Installers & Credit cards

    Get another quote !!
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    Any painters on here?

    Before we painted any bathrooms, or utility rooms we washed down the walls to take care of the hair spray, deorderant, dryer sheet residue that was present in the rooms. Dirtex® power in a quick dissolving powder. Powdered Dirtex® is an excellent general-purpose household cleaner for all...
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    Sheetrockers vs plywood

    For those who would like plywood walls, there is an answer. Yrs ago, our communications equipment and wiring distribution would be mounted on plywood walls. It turns out there is a fire retardant product Called FlameOFF. FlameOFF® Fire Barrier Paint is an intumescent paint that can be applied...
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    Removing post

    You can do anything, just plan on spending lots of $$$$$$ AL
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    Power to GFCI but not working

    If your wires are not reversed. The GFI was DOA out of the box. As times have changes, the GFIs have gotten cheaper, and cheaper. I only purchase GFIs from an electrical supply house. Haven't had a problem since instituting this protocal!! AL
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    Where to find odd size standing metal cabinets?

    You need to look for old 50's metal kitchen cabinets. i.e. St Charles Kitchen, Geneva, just to name a few! I've found them at Habitat Reuse it store, Craigslist, Antique stores, Ebay, and a few on the curb!! I paid $800 for an entire kitchen up on Chicago's North Shore. It took me several Yrs...
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