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    Rust Inhibitor for Inside Toolbox? What Do You Use?

    Is putting In a dehumidifer not helpful to inhibit rust.
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    Husky 56" tool box

    I have the same box, and it's full.
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    venting car exhaust from shop

    https://www.fumeavent.com/?keyword=automotive%20exhaust%20vent%20hose&matchtype=e&device=m&adposition=&creative=647033731580&network=g&campaignid=16582203275&adgroupid=132428659897&utm_term=automotive%20exhaust%20vent%20hose&utm_campaign=FAV+-+Applications+2022&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&h...
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    cutting steel flush with concrete

    If were talking a residential home, how deep can they be. Before you cut them short, cut them long. Tap them with a hammer to loosen, you may get lucky and be able to pull them out. If this fails, then cut them flush.
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    Main Beam/Support Pole Changes

    A steel I beam would give you the most head room. If you want one sized, go to your local steel supplier. Most have an on site engineer who can size it for you. You will have to give them the span and load details. They will also figure a price with delivery if needed.
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    Searching for basement smell source

    If the water in the trap is evaporating, fill the trap back up with water, then put a small layer of cooking oil on top. This should keep the water from evaporating and sewer gas from getting in.
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    Insect damage to bottom of wall studs

    I would also correct the water, moisture getting in. Rusted staples and staining on the wood.
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    Searching for basement smell source

    I would start by putting In a dehumidifier. https://www.homedepot.com/p/GE-50-Pint-Dehumidifier-with-Built-in-Pump-for-Basement-Garage-or-Wet-Rooms-up-to-4500-sq-ft-in-Grey-ENERGY-STAR-APHL50LB/322155488
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    Security doors - off the shelf vs custom

    The door slab is the easy part. Any solid core door will work. What you need to reinforce is the hinges, door jam and latch assembly.
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    Minimum 3-car garage size

    42'x27' Add 1' between each garage door. Add 2' next to the lift and outside wall. Add 1' to the wall with the man door.
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    "Inside garage" How do you organize your projects?

    Not to be a smart *** but spend less time typing and go in the garage and start working. Use logic and common sense and everything will work out fine.
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    Block half wall

    You want to transition just below final grade. Let's say your first two courses are 12" block, your third course would be 8" block. This leaves you 4" for your brick veneer.
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    2024- Whole House Water Filter Recommendations for City Water

    Build your own bypass. https://support.boshart.com/how-do-i-plumb-a-water-filter-bypass
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    Insulation blankets on basement concrete walls - are they really doing anything?

    It depends where you live and the frost depth.
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    How to repair this roof

    Add another gutter on that side.
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    I need an alert to let someone know when the garage door is open enough to drive under

    If I lived in that type of environment, I'd MOVE! My family's safety is paramount.
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    PVC leak at union/splice

    You also could use a union to join your pipes. https://www.247garden.com/3-4-pvc-union-sxs-socket-fitting-for-sch40-sch80-pipes.html?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwh7K1BhCZARIsAKOrVqH1QSUU-Z767G7TlaNx0_zrhdO_xATZXMKmHNe5UZNm_aIHZ7N-yDQaAi3aEALw_wcB
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