What Should I Do About This Crushed Beam Issue with My Builder?
I'm working on an addition to my home and noticed that the ridge beam was temporarily supported by a post that seems to have caused a significant point…
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How Much Would It Cost to Remove a Load Bearing Column in Texas?
I'm considering removing a load bearing column in my home, and I could really use some estimates on how much that might cost. Just to give you all…
Is It Possible to Add Built-In Shelves to a Load-Bearing Wall?
I'm considering adding built-in shelves along a load-bearing wall, where the shelves would be recessed into the wall instead of sticking out. Is this feasible? What should I…
How Can I Scale Up My Trebuchet Design for Better Range?
I'm trying to build a catapult and I've come across this cool floating arm trebuchet tutorial (https://www.instructables.com/The-Floating-Arm-Trebuchet/). However, I'm concerned that it won't be able to launch a…