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Bought a new house, so I'm starting from scratch. I'm not a heavy user, just a DIY guy who likes to tinker here and there. My biggest loads will be the occasional power tool/saw, a small 4-5 gallon compressor, and a chest freezer. The new attached garage has two pathetic outlets, neither is...

So I have an electrical dillema. Power to my 3-seasons room completely died. I get nothing from every switch/plug in the room with my no-contact voltage detector. The feeder wire for the room comes out of my subpanel in my garage, goes into the basement, along the floor, and then ultimately...

I know the past few times Menards has run 11% rebates, HD has matched it with their own unadvertised rebate. Anyone know how long it takes for them to post it? I bought a $350 miter saw on Friday from HD, and I'm thinking I'll be rebuying it in the next day or two. I just want to make sure...

I'd like to put a hitch receiver on my workbench so that I can easily mount a vice/grinder/etc. My workbench is currently in construction. I bought what I thought would work from every ones awful tool store (Harbor Freight). I'm just not sure if it's going to work as I have planned. I've got...

It's only the standard duty, but it might work well to turn into drawers for a workbench. At only $41, it's not a bad deal. http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00938096000P?sid=IDx20070921x00003h&srccode=cii_5784816&cpncode=26-355153426-2

I think this deal expires today, so I wouldn't sit on it if you're interested. Makita LCT209W 12v Max Cordless Lithium-Ion Drill + Driver kit for $89.99 from Rakuten (formerly buy.com) when you use the $30 off coupon code: "MASTERPASS30". Looks like this sells for $120-130 elseware. You'll...

So, I was toying with this before, but after a 5 day power outage, I think it's time to pull the trigger on getting my house ready for future power outages. My main panel is a 100 amp Pushmatic. It's also installed in a spot where I can't easily use one of the transfer switches that ties in...

So, I've moved a 60 amp sub panel from my basement to my garage, and wired up 18 20 amp outlets, and two 50 amp outlets. I must say, I've learned a lot about electrical. I'm planning on calling for an inspection soon. If anyone notices any problems, please let me know. Every outlet works...

I just picked up a 3HP Mac compressor second hand for $170. It appears to be a rebranded IR. It's been neglected for a bit, and I want to get it going again. I'm unable to find a single google hit for the model "MT3E30". Anyone have any clue where I could get some kind of documentation that...

Hey guys, I'm getting close to being able to do the new wiring for my garage! :-) I've relocated my 60 amp subpanel from my basement into my garage successfully! I didn't get electrocuted once, and the magic smoke is still properly stored inside the cables! I'm getting ready to start wiring...

A quick introduction to my project. I'm an IT Server Administrator at my day job. I've never done much mechanical or construction in my life. Having said that, a half year ago, I decided that was going to change. I had a pretty decent workshop/space in my basement. I decided that I'd like...

See the picture below for an idea of what's going on. I live in Michigan, and we do park in the garage all winter. House was built in the 60's, and I'm assuming the garage floor is from about then. I'm not interested in ripping anything out. I'm just curious if there is any product that...

Two weeks ago, I started replacing a bunch of electrical outlets on our main floor. Primary reason was to install TR outlets, because I hate the plastic baby covers that my wife insisted we needed. Upon pulling out the old outlets, I noticed that my 60's built house had what I believe may be...

My house is currently fed by a 100 amp pushmatic box. The house is roughly 2000sqf house. I've got an electric stove, dryer, and AC. I'm looking to upgrade to a 200 amp box. I had 2 electricians give me quotes of $2250 and $2290 (Still waiting for the third electrician's quote). I was...

I'm in the process of remodeling my garage. As part of that, I'm down to studs on all of the exterior walls. I'm planning on covering the wall up with OSB once I have the electrical and insulation installed. One of the walls has two old 3'x3' aluminum windows. I was originally planning on...

So, I'm starting to do some demo to redo my garage. I punched a hole in the shared wall between the garage and the house to see what was behind the walls. The house was built in the mid 60's. The wall was drywalled, and behind that, there is some kind of fiberboard with a black fabricish...

So, I was thinking that it might be a good idea to put in some flooring in my garage's attic. It's not too big, but I think I could store a good amount up there. The problem I have is that the rafters/joists are 16" OC. The narrowest option I've seen needs 18", and 22" is much more common...

When my grandpa died, I inherited a bunch of tools from him. One of the things I got was a Craftsman disc/belt sander, Model 351215420. It's probably from the mid to late 90's. Before I took possession of it, it was broken by the movers. The belt housing has a pretty significant crack in the...

So, I am planning on outfitting my garage to some extent, and I decided I should check on the wiring situation. Long story short, it's not good. It looks like the garage has a single 15a fuse that it shares with 3-4 light fixtures in the house. Currently I just have two Edison lights, a...