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  1. Exhaust venting into plumbing stack?

    Started by brent lerwill, 08-07-2010 08:16 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 34,195
    John Kogel
    08-13-2015, 10:01 PM Go to last post

  2. 1890's Victorian Discoloration/Staining Roof Deck Planks

    Started by John McGuiness, 07-17-2015 05:25 AM
    attic, mold, roof, slate, staining 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 6,636
    Raymond Wand
    07-19-2015, 04:14 AM Go to last post

  3. Fire separation between Townhouses.

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 06-21-2015 05:50 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
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    JIM MURPHY
    06-23-2015, 03:29 AM Go to last post

  4. What is this insulation in attic

    Started by Terry Choi, 05-27-2015 05:50 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,565
    JeffGHooper
    05-31-2015, 07:10 PM Go to last post

  5. Dow Styrofoam residential sheathing insulation used inside an attic

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 04-13-2015 06:45 PM
    attic, direction, dow, inside, styrofoam 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 6,759
    Jerry Peck
    04-15-2015, 06:50 AM Go to last post

  6. Broken Truss

    Started by Roby Set, 03-07-2015 04:57 PM
    truss broken 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 43
    • Views: 17,955
    John Kogel
    03-13-2015, 07:21 PM Go to last post

  7. Soffit blocks

    Started by Ken Amelin, 03-06-2015 12:11 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 5,209
    Vern Heiler
    03-07-2015, 08:00 PM Go to last post

  8. attic cracking sounds

    Started by Randy West, 03-04-2015 10:57 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 9,681
    Jerry Peck
    03-05-2015, 06:36 PM Go to last post

  9. Missing ventilation?

    Started by Mike Jacquez, 02-27-2015 02:35 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 5,070
    Lon Henderson
    03-01-2015, 10:13 AM Go to last post

  10. What causes this?

    Started by Jim Hintz, 02-23-2015 11:03 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 6,250
    John Kogel
    02-25-2015, 06:54 PM Go to last post

  11. water your foundation

    Started by Randy West, 02-08-2015 12:12 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 8,012
    Lon Henderson
    02-08-2015, 06:04 PM Go to last post

  12. Shed framing tied into trusses.

    Started by Vern Heiler, 02-03-2015 05:55 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,179
    Mark Reinmiller
    02-04-2015, 07:12 AM Go to last post

  13. Insulation installation

    Started by mark petty, 01-25-2015 11:28 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 7,045
    mark petty
    01-26-2015, 01:15 PM Go to last post

  14. Styrofoam Insulation ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-12-2014 05:46 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,110
    Robert Hronek
    01-26-2015, 10:44 AM Go to last post

  15. Strange attic insulation?

    Started by Trent Tarter, 06-19-2010 04:40 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 27,361
    Ted Menelly
    01-26-2015, 09:08 AM Go to last post

  16. Does a metal roof on wood purlins require insualtion next to the metal.

    Started by ren ramsey, 11-16-2014 05:22 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 4,971
    Jerry Peck
    11-16-2014, 09:02 PM Go to last post

  17. Attic Fire

    Started by Jim Robinson, 10-16-2014 05:28 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 5,635
    ren ramsey
    11-16-2014, 06:22 PM Go to last post

  18. Truss Bumps in Drywall.

    Started by Michael Chambers, 11-12-2014 09:52 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 8,725
    Jim Luttrall
    11-16-2014, 09:57 AM Go to last post

  19. trusses and horizantal beams??

    Started by Cory Bates, 11-06-2014 08:36 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,371
    Mark Hagenlock
    11-08-2014, 07:13 PM Go to last post

  20. Gable vent between attic separation

    Started by John Mika, 10-30-2014 09:21 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,383
    Jerry Peck
    11-03-2014, 09:08 AM Go to last post

  21. Truss End Fire Protection

    Started by Michael Thomas, 10-12-2014 08:27 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 5,606
    Michael Thomas
    10-13-2014, 09:28 AM Go to last post

  22. ATTIC SEPARATION- 4 UNIT 2 STORY CONDO

    Started by JOHN PAVAN, 10-03-2014 01:57 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 7,410
    JOHN PAVAN
    10-04-2014, 04:01 PM Go to last post

  23. Proper attic ventilation in Florida

    Started by mark petty, 07-25-2014 11:20 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 21,598
    Lon Henderson
    10-01-2014, 05:42 PM Go to last post

  24. Attic opening requirements question.....

    Started by TcDuhon, 09-23-2014 02:15 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,357
    Jerry Peck
    09-24-2014, 11:56 AM Go to last post

  25. Contraption attached to whole house fan

    Started by Tom Cissell, 09-23-2014 06:04 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,409
    Jerry Peck
    09-23-2014, 07:28 PM Go to last post

  26. I Get Tired of Seeing This in New Houses

    Started by Aaron Miller, 09-15-2014 09:36 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,873
    Aaron Miller
    09-16-2014, 11:19 AM Go to last post

  27. What is this stuff?

    Started by Miguel Vasquez, 06-28-2014 09:32 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 5,876
    Robert Hronek
    09-09-2014, 11:45 PM Go to last post

  28. HMMM, any idea what these are for?

    Started by Dave Mortensen, 08-01-2014 12:42 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 6,147
    Jerry Peck
    08-28-2014, 06:16 PM Go to last post

  29. Bubbles on facing side of Rigid Insulation

    Started by Greg Subick, 08-14-2014 05:37 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,687
    Scott Patterson
    08-14-2014, 06:01 AM Go to last post

  30. Large Antennae in Attic Space

    Started by Kyle Montgomery, 06-16-2014 10:30 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,212
    Glenn Curtis
    07-22-2014, 12:07 PM Go to last post

  31. Weird spotting on roof sheathing

    Started by Ernie Simpson, 05-26-2014 04:13 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 6,682
    Matt Fellman
    07-20-2014, 06:47 PM Go to last post

  32. Metal Collar Ties and Straps

    Started by Tom Cissell, 07-17-2014 01:42 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 5,690
    Tom Cissell
    07-17-2014, 05:25 PM Go to last post

  33. What kind of attic insulation is this?

    Started by Don Burbach, 05-29-2014 04:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 4,060
    Jim Hintz
    06-02-2014, 10:38 PM Go to last post

  34. testing

    Started by Claude Lawrenson, 05-29-2014 08:05 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,850
    Claude Lawrenson
    05-29-2014, 08:05 PM Go to last post

  35. attics forum is not showing the threads properly, and not showing the posts at all

    Started by Jerry Peck, 05-29-2014 05:15 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,614
    Jerry Peck
    05-29-2014, 05:15 PM Go to last post

  36. Testing

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 05-16-2014 08:50 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,311
    Brian Hannigan
    05-16-2014, 08:50 AM Go to last post

  37. Ice Dams and Mansard Roofs

    Started by Michael Choffin, 01-10-2014 04:45 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 9,513
    Jeff Zehnder
    04-29-2014, 03:01 PM Go to last post

  38. New roof shows deflections/sagging

    Started by Michael Fraioli, 04-18-2014 03:05 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 6,177
    Jerry Peck
    04-24-2014, 08:59 AM Go to last post

  39. Building Science Corp.

    Started by Raymond Wand, 04-15-2014 11:15 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,459
    Ray Thornburg
    04-21-2014, 08:29 AM Go to last post

  40. Cellulose batt insulation

    Started by Vern Heiler, 10-16-2013 06:13 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,939
    Dirk Jeanis
    04-16-2014, 05:56 AM Go to last post

  41. Modular roof system help needed

    Started by mark petty, 04-07-2014 12:38 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,735
    Luther Drye
    04-15-2014, 06:13 AM Go to last post

  42. Abandoned skylight shaft in attic

    Started by Bob R, 03-18-2014 10:58 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 7,274
    Larry Morrison
    04-09-2014, 05:26 PM Go to last post

  43. Townhouse Fire separation.

    Started by Vern Heiler, 03-03-2014 05:54 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 6,443
    Jerry Peck
    03-05-2014, 10:32 AM Go to last post

  44. Gusset plate placement.

    Started by Michael Chambers, 02-25-2014 12:22 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,645
    Michael Chambers
    03-04-2014, 09:46 PM Go to last post

  45. Does attic panel in garage ceiling need to be sealed?

    Started by Tom Cissell, 02-04-2014 06:24 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 19,038
    Griffen
    02-17-2014, 09:18 AM Go to last post

  46. Snow Blowing Into Attic Through Soffit Vent

    Started by Bruce Breedlove, 01-13-2009 04:17 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 51
    • Views: 40,095
    Griffen
    02-17-2014, 09:02 AM Go to last post

  47. Attic Ventilation in Central Texas

    Started by James Hudson, 02-14-2014 11:08 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,421
    James Hudson
    02-14-2014, 11:08 AM Go to last post

  48. I's did a good Job!!

    Started by Rich Goeken, 01-27-2014 05:43 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,651
    Henry Henchal
    02-04-2014, 07:05 AM Go to last post

  49. I'm guessing Lightning Strike?

    Started by Larry Morrison, 02-03-2014 11:13 AM
    12 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,389
    Jerry Peck
    02-03-2014, 12:33 PM Go to last post

  50. Framing Questions

    Started by brianmiller, 08-16-2013 04:09 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 4,852
    Jerry Peck
    02-02-2014, 03:31 PM Go to last post

  51. Insulation is Overrated

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 01-22-2014 10:25 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 6,999
    Nick Ostrowski
    01-29-2014, 03:13 PM Go to last post

  52. Could this be smoke remediation?

    Started by George Hallaron, 01-10-2014 04:15 PM
    11 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 5,983
    Ken Rowe
    01-11-2014, 11:32 PM Go to last post

  53. Fell through the ceiling

    Started by John Chung, 11-25-2013 10:10 AM
    attic, ceiling, not going on the report, unexpected entrance 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 64
    • Views: 12,260
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-27-2013, 06:57 AM Go to last post

  54. Nice fire damage repair

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 10-22-2013 04:10 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 8,807
    james hiatt
    12-23-2013, 05:03 PM Go to last post

  55. Attic Fan Vibration

    Started by David Cloutier, 12-20-2013 10:17 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 9,771
    David Cloutier
    12-23-2013, 10:26 AM Go to last post

  56. Purlin, no brace?

    Started by Vern Heiler, 11-20-2013 05:05 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,788
    Mark Reinmiller
    11-24-2013, 11:00 AM Go to last post

  57. Len

    Started by Len Lacina, 10-30-2013 05:32 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,216
    Dwight Doane
    11-01-2013, 02:28 PM Go to last post

  58. Venting a shed roof ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 10-17-2013 01:46 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 5,018
    Lon Henderson
    10-18-2013, 06:48 AM Go to last post

  59. Missing gusset plates?

    Started by Randall Clark, 07-08-2013 05:49 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 6,035
    Ray Babcock
    09-24-2013, 09:26 AM Go to last post

  60. What is this insulation?

    Started by Peter Louis, 09-22-2013 07:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,647
    Peter Louis
    09-22-2013, 09:01 PM Go to last post

  61. Cut Truss - who can verify repairs?

    Started by Dave Hill, 08-21-2013 03:36 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 17,201
    Harry Janssen
    09-09-2013, 05:14 PM Go to last post

  62. Duplex 1hr Separation Wall (Yes or No)

    Started by Sean Dooley, 09-06-2013 01:32 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 4,913
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    09-06-2013, 05:39 PM Go to last post

  63. Post Truss plates

    Started by Chris Weekly, 07-11-2012 08:19 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 8,178
    Chris Weekly
    08-21-2013, 11:46 AM Go to last post

  64. what kind if blown insulation is this

    Started by Gilbert, 08-10-2013 04:36 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 7,092
    Rick Cantrell
    08-18-2013, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  65. How Far Would You Go???

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 08-06-2013 11:51 AM
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 6,739
    Don Hester
    08-17-2013, 05:01 PM Go to last post

  66. Separation wall for duplex

    Started by James Norman, 12-14-2012 09:22 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 16,925
    Mark Reinmiller
    07-28-2013, 06:29 PM Go to last post

  67. Attic Foam Insulation

    Started by Larry Hood, 11-27-2010 10:25 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 9,796
    Larry Morrison
    07-28-2013, 07:35 AM Go to last post

  68. Garage attic trusses

    Started by ryan stouffer, 05-10-2013 08:31 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 11,049
    Roger Frost
    07-18-2013, 03:12 AM Go to last post

  69. Spray foam insulation

    Started by brianmiller, 06-26-2010 05:56 PM
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 14,667
    Jack Wingo
    07-10-2013, 04:09 PM Go to last post

  70. Cardboard Behind Knee Wall

    Started by William Kievit, 01-28-2013 07:11 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,318
    Raymond Wand
    07-07-2013, 05:16 AM Go to last post

  71. Please help me Identify this item.

    Started by George Hallaron, 07-04-2013 11:15 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,845
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    07-05-2013, 05:48 PM Go to last post

  72. Purlin-brace

    Started by brianmiller, 07-05-2013 11:29 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,715
    brianmiller
    07-05-2013, 11:29 AM Go to last post

  73. Bracing support question

    Started by brianmiller, 06-30-2013 05:09 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,414
    Lon Henderson
    07-01-2013, 06:00 AM Go to last post

  74. Hip framing using a horizontal 2x4

    Started by ren ramsey, 06-28-2013 11:09 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,305
    ren ramsey
    06-29-2013, 05:39 PM Go to last post

  75. Smoke in Attic

    Started by Courtney Hornsby, 06-10-2013 10:47 AM
    attic, codes, firewall, smoke
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 8,719
    Ben Tressel
    06-17-2013, 02:16 PM Go to last post

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