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We are in the market for a 20kw standby generator. Just not sure what brand will withstand salt air. We live by the water. I understand the enclosure is well protected. But salt air will enter through the louvers. It's the fasteners and brackets internal to the unit we worry about. Kohler says...

Have you guys figured out a way to reduce rain spatter coming off concrete? Our garage doors get dirty relatively quick. Living in the Pacific Northwest, it doesn't take long. Would stamped concrete help? Or any other ideas would be much appreciated.

I recently installed a RapidAir piping system 1/2" diameter. Since the garage is new construction, I decided to install the piping in the walls. Once the system was installed, I borrowed my contractors Porter Cable portable air compressor to test it. The first air hose he gave me failed. So he...

We're in the process of building a new garage. In our specifications, we asked the contractor to provide a 4,000psi concrete mix for the slab floor and it was not to be watered down at the job site. So he went back to the sub-contractor who contacted the concrete supplier and this is what they...

We are having a garage floor poured this summer. The spec calls for concrete rated at 4000psi. Most concrete used in home construction is rated at 2500psi. So how do I know what I ordered is in fact in the truck's drum? Do you just take the driver's word for it? Thanks for your help.

Anyone experience using exterior paint on a structure near salt water? We are finishing up a new garage project and there is the possibility of salt water spray making contact with the paint. We're worried about paint fade and peeling. Any brand stand out for longevity? Or do they all protect...

I bring this up because it seems like more an more electrical equipment has a power cord with some form of large terminal end hogging the use of a corresponding outlet. I would prefer to go with fourplex outlets but now I'm not so sure. Would it be better to go with duplex outlets and space...

While reviewing my lighting needs for my new garage, in floor lighting came up for discussion. On the surface (no pun intended), it sounds like a great idea. Any of you try them and if so, where was the placement best utilized?

In my introduction to this site I mentioned I will be having a garage constructed in the not so distant future. Recently, the focus has been on spec'ing the walls to a room I call the fabrication shop. It is important I keep external noise to a minimum. From what I've read, two methods to...

Hello Everybody! My name is Evan and I live on the outskirts of Seattle. My wife and I have just finalized plans for a new 4 car carriage house. The plans have been approved for review with the city. We are compiling our final specs to send out for quote. I look forward to reading some of your...