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Featured projects
Building a 24x24 Two-Car Garage from Scratch
A solo homebuilder documents the complete construction of a 24-by-24-foot two-car garage over four days, covering foundation checks, wall framing, header installation, rafter and ridge setup, roof sheathing, rake boards, king posts, collar ties, and trim work, culminating in a finished structure ready for roofing and door installation.
Renodar Admin
Aug 2026
Unclog a Toilet with a 3-Foot Toilet Snake
A step-by-step demonstration of how to use a toilet snake (auger) to clear a stubborn clog that plunging and dish soap cannot resolve, including proper insertion technique, clockwise turning while pressing down, flushing once water drains, and careful removal and cleanup of the tool.
Renodar Admin
Aug 2026
2-Story Rooftop HVAC Package Unit Installation / Curb Replacement
A homeowner and contractor install a new HVAC unit on the roof of a 2-story house, replacing an old, poorly installed system from 1978. The project involves positioning the unit near a vent stack, running and connecting ductwork ("ducts"), electrical wiring (line and load connections), sealing penetrations with silicone, and cleaning up old materials and debris from the roof.
Renodar Admin
Aug 2026
How to Remove and Replace a Toilet
A step-by-step walkthrough of removing an old toilet, cleaning the flange, and installing a new toilet bowl, tank, seat, and wax ring with proper sealing and testing.
Renodar Admin
Aug 2026
Sub Panel Installation: Complete Walkthrough
Nils demonstrates the full process of installing a 70-amp sub panel in a garage workshop conversion, covering space requirements, panel and cable selection, conduit routing, wiring, connection to the main panel, and final torque verification and inspection.
Renodar Admin
Aug 2026
Full Kitchen Remodel on a $25,000 Budget
A complete kitchen transformation demo and rebuild, including demolition of existing cabinets, tile, and a pantry wall; subfloor preparation; custom cabinet installation with laser-level layout; kitchen island build; Caesarstone countertop fabrication and installation; backsplash; and finishing details like crown molding, hardware, LED lighting, and faucet upgrade — all completed under $25,000 versus a $75,000 quote.
Renodar Admin
Aug 2026
Budget Bathroom Remodel Under $2,500
A complete bathroom transformation on a DIY budget, covering demolition of the old vanity, toilet, tile floor, and walls, followed by new plumbing with PEX, a tub and shower combo installation, drywall mudding and sanding, luxury vinyl tile flooring, and finishing with paint, hardware, and a new vanity — all completed for $2,443, well under the $2,500 goal.
Renodar Admin
Aug 2026
