Editor’s note: This column was produced before Gene Wengert died in 2025. It is printed here in memoriam. Q How deep should needles go in rough or planed lumber using a pin moisture meter? Insulated ...

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If you’re going to be spending a lot of time checking out properties with your real estate agent, the right tools will keep you informed—like a tape measure, a moisture meter, a pocket level—and more.