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I've gotten 4 estimates that are wildly different, and I'm trying to figure out how I can choose the best one. I feel comfortable with all 4 of the contractors, so I'm at a loss on how I can decide. The estimates came in at 73k, 60k, 57k, and 44k. I've been pretty specific with what I want...

I just got kicked in the gut today. Met with a contractor to talk about the numbers he came up with, and I was floored. We are looking to build a 38x30, 3 car garage with a second floor for storage. No finishings on the inside, just framing and electrical. Pretty big driveway removal and...

I can't seem to get my Dewalt DWS779 properly aligned. I've gone through the adjustment procedures and everything measures out to be square, but I'm still having issues. I can cut a 0 degree miter on a piece of 4.25 baseboard standing up and it comes out perfectly. However, when I swing the...

Just joined yesterday. Great forum with lots of great resources. I'm in the planning stages of a new detached 30x38 3 car garage (see mockups here). The preliminary plans I've gotten so far call for a beam that spans the width (38') of the garage right down the middle. I'm assuming this will...