How to Install Cypress Siding I Secrets of the Pros

Learn how to run cypress siding with professional results using this easy to follow, do it yourself procedure. Learn important differences in the lay out technique. Cypress Siding: An exterior wall covering made from tapered lumber logged  in swampy regions and fastened in a horizontal manner with each higher board lapping the one below it. It …

Jacking up a Floor and Leveling it | DIY Instructions

Jacking up a floor and leveling it is easy with these simple instructions. Make repairs to settling piers and weak joists to fix swagging floors and roof lines. The only tools required is a bottle jack, string, straight claw hammer, circular saw, and a light source. You will need some bagged concrete, concrete blocks, lumber, …

Pressure Treated Mudsill Constrution

The pressure treated mudsill is the beginning of the framing process. This is where the wood meets the concrete. It is usually separated by a vapor barrier and bound tightly with anchor bolts. Before the Mudsill can be Installed First things first when it comes to starting the framing process.  Check the dimensions of the …