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Here's my situation. I had a 500 watt halogen light mounted about 18 ft off the ground, in the center of a building. This light is controlled with a remote mounted motion sensor that is a few ft lower and off to the side. The light has been problematic and needs to be updated. I have...

Just got my doors installed yesterday!! I have not run any power yet. I have the sub panel in, but that's it. The motors for the doors can be either 220 (4A) or 110 (8A). I will be running a couple of 220 circuits for the future. So, a couple of questions. Which is better and why? Should...

I'm getting close to wiring my shop for lights. Currently there is nothing, as it is a new build. I am looking at high bay UFO lights, something in the 150W to 165W range. One option I have found has a short cord with a plug on the end. These would get plugged into receptacles, obviously...

I am about to start the foundation for my 34x60 shop build. I am in central British Columbia, Canada. I was going to use traditional forms for my 4ft foundation walls, and I've been told that I'm crazy for even considering it. I am now contemplating the ICF. At first, I didn't think it was...

So this project started last winter. In my head at least. My good friend and neighbor allows me use of his shop when needed. Quads, dirt bikes, tractors, snowmobiles, vehicles, etc, I've had all kinds of things in his garage. My kids too. While my house is adequate, there is no shop, and...

I am planning a 34x60 build. I want to put in a 2 post lift and I'm looking for suggestions on a location. Either just inside the overhead or part way down the building. This is my first time, but I'm sure there are lots of people that have done this already. What works, what doesn't? Thanks!

I'm not sure where to post this, but I'll try here. I've had this in my shed for the last 14 years. It was there when I moved in. I have no idea what it might be. I thought someone once told me it was a 110V welder. But the plug is not right for 110V. And it's not 240V. A google search of...