by Koala:Bear

Question: need permit for shed if i purchase this on amazon?

http://www.amazon.com/2x4basics-Shed-Barn-Roof-Galvanized/dp/B000FFQTJ6/ref=pd_bbs_8?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1203163981&sr=8-8

it is ridiculous to have to get a permit for a diy shed such as this one. Is it true?

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Answer by ohhhdear
It depends on your city or township’s ordinances. Most will require a building permit if you’re putting the shed on a cement slab. It doesn’t matter where you bought the shed. You could have bought it from Home Depot, Menard’s or the guy who builds shed kits down the road. If you’re going to permanently install it on a slab, you may need a permit (and it may raise your property taxes).
Check with a local lumberyard that sells shed kits. They’ll know if you’ll need a building permit or not.

by hownowdesign

Question: Just moved in to a new home and the garage was converted to a great room but…?
Just moved in to a new home and the garage was converted to a great room but the area that the garage door should have been is now allowing water to enter from the outside I think … I am having the roof repaired because it leaked and come through the ceiling … My husband and I like DIY so we bought a fixer upper but I am out of ideas for this problem if it is not part of the leaking roof I need some ideas to fix the problem can anybody think of any
The water is seeping in between the floor and the wall in the area that the door used to be

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Answer by Jayln
you can get the whole roof redone. which will cost about 5000 to 10000 but you could also get a coack( pronounced like co-ck). I know that sounds weird but that is a tool used to fill up holes.

Question: How difficult is fitting a velux window? read on please!!?
We want to install a velux window into our roof. Only a small one, like an old attic light style one. Say (45cmsX55cms)
Have any of you done this job and how hard is it? what are the things to look out for?
The roof is tiled in old pantiles and the room below is already plastered/boarded out. Is it as simple as the vendors make out?
We do have pretty good DIY skills, but never done a roof without help from a roofer.
Thanks!

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Answer by Charlie J
It is not really difficult. However, the tricky and important part is flashing it off when finished. To do this you will have to be on the roof and will need to know how to fit flashing so that there are no leaks near the window. The only other concern is that there is a 95% chance you will also need to cut at least one (maybe 2) rafters to fit the window. When you do this you will need to resupport those rafters. This is where the know how comes in.

by kimll

Question: Considring installing “sun tunnel” for light to dim area. Whats downside & how much light can I expect?
concerned about
. heat loss,
. condensation,
. excessive heat,
. leaks in roof,

the 14″ diameter tube will be about 9 feet long from pitched roof to level ceiling, with a diffuser, in upstate New York.

Any experiences out there to share would be appreciated.

I saw it installed on a DIY show a few months ago and was very impressed.

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Answer by Gitchy gitchy ya ya da da
Open the drapes on a small north-facing window — that’s about how much light you’ll get from a sun tube the length you’re looking at. With an internal hallway or bath that can be quite a stunning difference.

Heat gain/loss and condensation will depend on the quality of the unit, just as it does with any window.

Leaking should not be an issue — structurally, this is no different from an exhaust vent. Call a good roofer for the external portion of the installation.

Roof moss can damage your shingles and create long lasting problems. We found a product that takes care of the problem and is safer than other versions.

Question: Are there any good tips or websites for adding on to an existing porch?
We have a little porch now with a roof over it, but we are thinking of extending it in to a farmers porch. Any good websites (not DIY though they didnt really have anything that I was looking for) or tips?

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Answer by gary o
try home depot or Lowe’s as they have a lot of information available