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    What dehumidifiers do you use?

    My shop is 25x48, located in SW Ontario. It gets hot and humid in the summer to the point I had to install a mini-split A/C only unit (Mitsubishi) to be able to work out there. A nice feature of the unit is a dehumidifier mode, which is what I leave it on all the time. It controls the humidity...
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    Stupid or brilliant idea; you be the judge.

    I just use an antique, galvanized funnel. Works with every oil container I have ever encountered, including vintage glass bottles.
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    Garage heater recommendations

    I am in SW Ontario. Your proposed shop is approx. the same size as mine. I have in floor radiant supplied by a gas fired boiler. Same boiler heats the house as well (attached garage). Infloor radiant is awesome, but pricey up front. I later added a mini-split AC only for summertime humidity...
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    Opinions on floor drains.

    I put legal, inspected floor drains in my 3 car attached garage (SW Ontario) when we built the house. Connected to the storm sewer, not the sanitary sewer. Purpose was more for snow melt runoff during winter. I ended up plugging them a year later due to bad odour periodically. I now have a car...
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    Forced to buy 4 Post Lift. How bad is it?

    I find the 4 post much more versatile for multiple tasks that a 2 post. You must plan your tasks well (which should be done regardless). Having the rolling bridge jack option on the 4 post is a must. I can move my 4 post from bay to bay and even outside if required. Recently I used it to lift my...
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    Super basic question- if I'm planning a sub panel for in the garage how do I know if my main can handle it?

    I will offer this as a suggestion, as I am located in Ontario and have this setup for my own house and shop. It may or may not work in your situation. Look into having your meter base changed to one that provides two output feeds. I have a meter base which incorporates a manual transfer switch...
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