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    Anchor Freestanding Trellis

    Hello! I built this trellis 2 years ago and I admittedly made some mistakes that I knew I’d regret later when building it..I didn’t want to spend $600 for the project so I opted for 2x4s instead of...

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago
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    Well I can’t turn back now

    I removed the trim and cleaned off the mold I found but I still want to remove and replace maybe a half-foot of the drywall that had the mold on it right? Also thinking about switching out the floo...

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago
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    Should I be worried about this rebar?

    submitted by /u/Aman-R-Sole [link] [comments]

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago
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    1Q 2026 Cost Report: Tariffs Contributed to Price Hikes for Many Materials in 2025

    Steel and cement prices saw substantial increases.

    ENR - Engineering News-Record · 3 days ago
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    Is it easier to become an HVAC tech or Plumber in LA?

    Let me give some context first, i went to a 4 year and got a bachelors in business. Been working as an office admin for almost two years now, but i want to make the switch. I want to work outdoors,...

    Reddit - Construction · 3 days ago
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    rebar supports

    Is it ok to use empty beer cans for rebar supports? we're still a case short and we've been drinking all morning! submitted by /u/BasketFair3378 [link] [comments]

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago
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    Been having no luck getting a job due to no experience North Florida

    I’ve applied online and called companies and a lot of people say they aren’t hiring. I don’t have any experience in construction. Should I just start pulling up to sites in the morning? I went to a...

    Reddit - Construction · 2 days ago
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    How much water under pre-pour slab insulation is too much?

    My garage addition floor has the polystyrene "SuperPex" insulation panels installed for radiant heat. The builder put the panels down, then it rained overnight. I can feel water between the vapor b...

    Reddit - Construction · 5 days ago
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    Trying to attach an aluminum ladder to a steel van door

    I’m assessing the most sturdy way to attach this ladder to the door of my van. The kit came with some tiny sheet metal screws but I don’t think that’ll cut it. Any suggestions? submitted by /u/TheS...

    Reddit - Construction · 5 days ago
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    Recycling plant turns glass to cement that supports Yale construction

    submitted by /u/BuzzFeedNeed [link] [comments]

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago
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    Worker crushed under concrete pillar | Construction Enquirer News

    Site accident at Stoke-on-Trent housing job

    Construction Enquirer · 6 days ago
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    Vertical metal siding support over 8" rockwool - GreenBuildingAdvisor

    Hello,I am beginning construction on a new home this spring. Most of my plans are in place but I just realized that the steel board and batten siding I plan […]

    Green Building Advisor · 5 days ago
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    EXT and INT insulation in Zone 5 - GreenBuildingAdvisor

    Can you use both Exterior and interior insulation in zone 5 with out condensation concerns? Watched Asiri design video and he showed a wall assemby that one builder we talked […]

    Green Building Advisor · 5 days ago
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    👋Welcome to r/Beyond_Opinions - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

    Hi, I figured people commenting on construction might have some other insights that could be shared to the new community I am trying to create. So I am giving it a shot. Don't eliminate me please. ...

    Reddit - Construction · 1 day ago
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    Rebar Courses in concrete foundation

    Hi Masonry apprentice here. I am pouring a concrete foundation for a brick oven. It's 5'x7' but needs to be 42'' deep because it's in Michigan. How many courses of rebar do I need to place horizont...

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago
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    Vespa House / Habitat Studio Architects | ArchDaily

    Completed in 2024 in Queensland, Australia. Images by Kristian Van der Beek. Vespa is a striking subtropical retreat that masterfully balances privacy, openness, and connection to nature. Designed ...

    ArchDaily · 5 days ago
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    What should I do?

    So I'm currently a Freshman at UIUC for Civil Engineering, but as I'm looking into career paths, I'm realizing what I really want to do may not be down the Civil Engineering degree path. I don't ha...

    Reddit - Construction · 5 days ago
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    12 inch beam over patio door

    Hi everyone! I’m not sure if this is the current place to ask this question but here it is: Can i reduce or cut this 12 inch beam down to 6 inches ? What’s the easiest way to work around it, the re...

    Reddit - Construction · about 9 hours ago
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    Hydro advise for building terrace

    Hi, looking for advice on what type of hidro would be best to use for this. The owner installed on his own a makeshift drain a couple of years ago, and now it started to sip between the brick wall ...

    Reddit - Construction · 6 days ago
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    Watching a 3D Concrete Printer in action is strangely hypnotic. Is this the end of traditional formwork?

    3D PRINTED HOUSE $3,000,000 MACHINE submitted by /u/Gekonge1 [link] [comments]

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago

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