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    Thrust Block Design

    DENIS Can you tell me where I might be able to get a copy of the "Pipe Restraint....." paper? Thanks, John
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    Survey - Is a flagpole a structure?

    We consider a flagpole a structure under our zoning code however it is obviously not an occupiable structure such as a deck, etc. An interesting side note, a deck( even on grade) is a regulated structure under our zoning code however a patio is not! Always wondered about that? John
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    Maximum ceiling deflection

    I have a wood frame house that has ceilings that sag. The house has plaster. What is the maximum deflection allowed before cracking will occur such as inch/foot? Also any suggestions on how to repair a sagging plaster ceiling? Thanks John
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    Terraced retaining wall suggestions

    Hi: I have a backyard that needs terracing. The slope is approximately 1 on 1. The dimensions are 60 feet wide and 30 feet high. There are water seeps in the hill and a drainage channel that runs down the middle. The water flows during the Spring and I would like to build walls that can retain...
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    Terraced retaining wall suggestions

    Hi: I have a backyard that needs terracing. The slope is approximately 1 on 1. The dimensions are 60 feet wide and 30 feet high. There are water seeps in the hill and a drainage channel that runs down the middle. The water flows during the Spring and I would like to build walls that can retain...
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    Terraced Retaining wall Suggetions

    Hi: I have a backyard that needs terracing. The slope is approximatel 1 on 1. The dimensions are 60 feet wide and 30 feet high. There are water seeps in the hill and a drainage channel that runs down the middle. The water flows during the Spring and I would like to build walls that can retain...
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    Terraced Retaining Wall suggestions

    Hi: I have a backyard that needs terracing. The slope is approximatel 1 on 1. The dimensions are 60 feet wide and 30 feet high. There are water seeps in the hill and a drainage channel that runs down the middle. The water flows during the Spring and I would like to build walls that can retain...
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    concrete foundation

    Someone I know poured an 8' heigh foundation and now wants to go to nine feet. Any suggestions or recomendations on how to properly bond/secure the new 1'concrete section to the existing foundation? Any reference material covering this problem? Thanks, John
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    Concrete foundation

    Someone I know had an 8' heigh foundation poured and now wants to go to nine feet heigh. What's the best way to bond the new 1' concrete section to the existing foundation? Does anybody know of any reference materials related to this problem? Thanks, John

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