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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.

Experience in the area

I have over 20 years experience as a commercial carpenter and commercial construction superintendent. I have another 20 years experience in facility management for a major school district.

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My favorite hobby for he past 12 years has been singing bass in a The OkChorale men's barbershop chorus and the Mature Moments quartet.

Education/Credentials

I hold a Bachelor's degree in English and Math. I have completed many continuing education hours in the building trades. I hold a Master Carpenter card from the AGC, Associated General Contractors.

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Recent Answers from Dan Griffin

2012-05-15 Gas cook top:

Ginger, I am not aware of any code issues about cabinet work other than walking clearances, venting issues, etc.  Common sense typically prevails, but apparently not in your circumstance.  Someone would

2012-04-29 concrete beam to support floor:

John, this is special proprietary construction.  If there is a code authority involved, they will demand engineering prints for what you propose.  Your question(s) will need to be answered by the Quad-deck

2012-04-06 inserting rsj:

Ben, there are several issues that are involved.    Issue 1.  Is the column or structure that is carrying the lintel sufficiently strong to carry both loads?  This requires a full load path including the

2012-04-06 Opening up a wall:

Valerie, you need a header no matter what if you are leaving any of the existing wall above the opening.  A much bigger issue is whether the existing wall was carrying a load - commonly called a load bearing

2012-03-30 Leaking suspended slab:

George, was the steel really hot from sun and heat.  The hot steel can create shrinkage cracking.  This normally appears on the top.  Again, I wonder and worry abut pulling the form work out from under

 

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