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Would you please be able to advise how to build a block of stairs to a first floor level from a lower ground level on a new build project. The stairs would need to be tied to the building??? How would you tie in the stairs. The building in a two storey at the front and three storey at the back. The stairs lead to the front of the building and are positioned on the side of the building.

There would need to be protection from damp?

Kindest regards,

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Hi Janet, I would need to know what type of building structure you are talking about.  Is it a wood structure?  Masonry?  Concrete?  Do the stairs need to run parallel to the wall or at right angles? What are the heights needed?  If you would care to write me back I will be able to answer your question more accurately.  Sincerely bruce e johnson.

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Bruce E. Johnson

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I can answer any construction related question in regards to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, structural elements of any type of building, residential or commercial. Interior or exterior.

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Custom Commercial and residential buildings. Churches, theaters, schools and auditoriums. Most recently I am working with the Catholic Church on several design build committees. I have a website related to scheduling and project supervision. Although my expertise is more related to multimillion dollar commercial, educational and theatrical projects my generous credentials in residential and remodelling construction make me a viable source of information regarding all forms of building questions.

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