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    Mini-split sizing help

    Detached garage: Interior dimensions 32' x 26'. Ceiling is a open rafters and come to a peak 17' high. 8' walls have 4" fiberglass insulation. From there, up, is 6"-8" blown foam insulation. 2 garage doors have 19R insulation. 4 windows, all double pane. I have 6' ceiling fan in the rafters. I'm...
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    Reviews for Direct Garage Doors

    I'm going to replace my garage doors, 4 total. 2 are 9x7 and the other 2 are 9' x 8.75. I'm looking for information about the manufacturer "Direct Garage Doors". http://www.directgaragedoors.com
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    Back-up Generator Install

    I'm looking at installing a 13kw back-up generator for garage. I know I'll need to pull permits here in VA. Issue is getting LP to the generator. My house valve is about 100 ft away and there is a 15' patio/pool in the way of the run. Can I install flexible gas line? Is there a minimum depth...
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    Concrete Paving Do's & Don'ts

    Having driveway / parking pad done with concrete starting a week from Monday. Just shy of 5000 sqft, 3500psi concrete, decorative borders. 4" concrete over 57 base. Rebar 2' on center. Contractor has done work for me before, 1600 sqft stamped concrete during pool install last year. I'll be...
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    Adjusting LP pressure ProCom 45K

    I'm installing ProCom 45K Heater. The heater comes setup for NG. I've converted to LP. Instructions require adjusting LP pressure at the heater to .5 psi. There is a port for installing a gauge. Is this something I can do myself? If so, where would I find a gauge? I really hate to track down an...
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    LP Garage Heater Install Questions

    I have an 45K BTU Hanging LP Heater on the way and getting ready to install. Need help with with what I need for the venting. I know I need 4" galvanized/SS. It'll be a horizonatal vent, about 5 ft max length directly out the back of the garage. I'll need a Wind Cap due to back of garage being...
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    ProCom Workshop Heater Reviews???

    Anyone have one of these? I'm looking at the 45k BTU model. Physical appearance close to Hot Dawg and Big Maxx...
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    Motion Sensor Lights Flicker...

    I switched the large lamps (2) in the Motion Sensor, double fixture outside garage with the new "high dollar" Flourescent bulbs. Lights work fine until timer runs down, the lights won't turn off, they just "flicker"... Any idea? Are these bulbs not compatible for motion sensor circuits?
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    Ceiling Mount 45000 BTU Propane Heater

    I'm in northern VA, Manassas area. Looking for a Hot Dawg/Mr Heater for detached garage. Natural Gas will be ok if I can convert to LP.
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    Big Maxx or Hot Dawg?

    Finally had spray foam insulation shot in the ceiling and I'm now ready for heater. Detached garage interior is 33'x28'. Ceiling is open rafters and pretty high, I have a two post lift. If I have my numbers right I need about 35k btu to heat (which means I need need 45k btu unit (input...
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    Heating BTU Requirements?

    Trying to figure out how big a propane unit I need. Detached garage interior is 33 x 28. Walls are 10' (8' insulated with fiberglass under tongue/groove 3/4 plywood and 2' is concrete block). I have a two-post lift with the ceiling height peaking at 19'. The ceiling was insulated this week with...
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    Two Post Lift Wiring Problem

    My detached garage has an older Miller Two Post, 5000 lb rated, car lift. I shorted out the momentary contact switch that operates the motor. I replaced the switch with a two post, automotive starter switch which immediately shorted, caught fire, and tripped the breaker. The motor is wired for...
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