If you are confused about the best method to control moisture and humidity in your crawl space, you are not alone. We recently visited Marcus’ 84- year-old independent father, Helmut. […]
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Savvy homeowners and buyers realize that a green, energy efficient home adds value while saving money and resources. What is the best way to find out if a home is
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The last time I bought a car it was used. In the glove box I found not one but two different owner’s manuals. I’ve used the manuals to figure out
When a tree falls in the forest, does it rot? Of course the answer is yes. When we build our homes out of trees, can they rot? Same answer. The
Checklist: Advanced framing By Marcus Renner on 03/22/2010 Although contested, wood-framed buildings are a great American innovation. Developed 150 years ago, wood-framed (also called stud-framed or western platform framed) buildings now
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Engineered wall systems are an option for your home By Marcus Renner on 03/16/2006 Most homes today are built using a method called Western platform framing, also called two-by-four, or stick,
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