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Is there an easy way to measure the height of a tree?

tips measuring

mar 7 at 4:48 Community♦ 1

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What are the tools that every Do-it-Yourselfer must own?

tools

dec 14 at 10:24 Antoine 834

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What should I consider regarding LAN wiring before building a house?

data-wiring cabling

mar 24 '12 at 11:16 Greg 126

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Is there a trick to applying caulk using a caulk-gun?

caulking technique

jul 16 at 16:50 Jeremy W. Sherman 915

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How can I speed up my slow hot water?

water-heater

jan 21 at 14:53 monica levy 1

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Understanding Screw Sizes

screws

may 14 at 19:27 Peter D 11

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If DC adapters are so prevalent, why is AC used in construction by default?

electrical

feb 14 '12 at 3:53 Steven 14.6k

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How do I build an ice rink in my backyard?

exterior landscaping

sep 26 at 12:29 Kate Gregory 848

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How best can I discover what is up with my electrical bill?

electrical energy-efficiency

jul 13 at 21:34 Peranting 21

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Is it safe to re-use drill holes in a wall?

drill

jul 3 at 14:58 Steven 14.6k

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What actually happens if I vary proportions of cement and sand in mortar?

mortar

mar 23 '12 at 13:54 Community♦ 1

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How can I effectively use Google Sketchup to render walls, doors, and windows?

software

jul 28 at 11:38 Brad Mace 1,244

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What is an affordable 2D drafting software for amateurs?

remodeling software drafting

mar 20 at 9:17 SoCa 11

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How much load can a (wood) board support, if it is supported only at the ends?

wood engineering

feb 6 at 16:12 Niall C. 16k

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How do I fix a leaky toilet that only leaks from underneath?

plumbing water toilet leak

jan 8 '11 at 11:41 Aarthi 827

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What kitchen counter material would you recommend and why?

materials kitchen-counters

feb 15 '12 at 13:09 jontyc 170

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What are some scalable, affordable home automation options?

home-automation

dec 20 '11 at 17:57 gregmac 14.5k

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What are cheap ways to build strong shelves with a large span?

wood furniture wooden-furniture shelving

jan 16 at 2:26 user11109 21

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How can I coil up a rope so that it doesn't get tangled?

tools storage

jan 6 at 22:10 bcworkz 5,065

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Why is this box constantly tripping?

electrical

oct 28 '11 at 13:28 Walker 2,748

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Is there a way to simply splice in an additional length of 12/2 NM-B cable?

electrical junction

may 2 at 9:47 Master E Rusty 1

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What is the recommended home design software?

basement tools software drafting

feb 14 '11 at 20:18 Aarthi 827

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What type of cordless tool battery chemistry should I purchase?

drill powertools saw

nov 25 '10 at 5:34 Aarthi 827

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What are the pros and cons of LED lighting for home use?

lighting led

mar 13 '11 at 13:49 Aarthi 827

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What internet-connected home security system options exist?

security

apr 6 '12 at 12:38 Tester101♦ 34.1k

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Which communication bus systems for home automation?

home-automation

dec 11 '10 at 0:43 kkeilman 2,363

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What is the best drill bit to pre-drill holes for screws of a certain size?

wood tools drill

may 4 at 16:16 Graham 1

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Is there an ideal height for a workbench?

furniture construction measuring

mar 19 '12 at 3:55 TechZen 196

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How can I increase the heating efficiency of a forced air system?

hvac energy-efficiency heating

feb 17 at 19:25 WILLIAM CARROZZA 1

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How do I improve Pergola Stability?

deck structural pergola

apr 26 '12 at 14:19 Chris Cudmore 7,232

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