Vessel Sink Drain A Vessel Sink Drain is Much Higher I installed a stunning vessel sink two weeks ago at my son’s house. We’re in the homestretch of a large basement remodeling project. It’s fulfilling to see all of our hard work and planning pay off. My biggest thrill has been watching him soak up […]
The Builder's Guide to Seamless Undermount Sink Installations Undermount sinks have become a popular choice among homeowners who want a clean, modern look in their kitchens and bathrooms. This style of installation removes the visible rim of the sink, creating a seamless transition between the countertop and the basin. Builders are increasingly asked to deliver […]
Septic System and Leach Field I’m willing to bet you an Aglamesis two-step hot-fudge sundae made with mocha-chip ice cream that you give very little thought to the many holes you use each day in your home. I’m talking about the holes at the bottom of your tub, shower, vanity sink, kitchen sink, toilet, and […]
Subway Tile Backsplash Kitchen - Harder Than You Think I’ve had the enormous pleasure over the past months to pass down hard-earned knowledge to my son about many aspects of construction. He and I are working together to finish the basement in his new home that he purchased four years ago. Ask my sweet wife […]
Plumbing Access Cover - Be Creative & Get a Woman's Input I had the most interesting thing happen to me in the past few days. I made a great new friend with a doctor who hired me to solve a vexing problem in his wife’s bathroom. Within hours of first making contact with this retired […]
Grease-Clogged Drain - Prevent With Sink Strainer Last week, I shared my broken boiler saga. Even though I did the repair myself, I was still out of pocket almost $540.00. Had I been forced to hire a professional to do the repair, the total bill would have approached $1,000.00. I’m sure he would have marked […]
Wall-Hung Toilet Plumbing - It's Very Easy I’ve shared in past columns how I’ve been blessed to help my son complete a massive remodeling project. He purchased a new single-story three-bedroom home four years ago. This house had a massive wide-open, full basement beneath all the upstairs living space. He decided to carve this space […]
Prevent Mold in Bathroom You may be plagued with mold and mildew in your tub and shower area. It’s a very common problem. The good news is that if you’re willing to spend just 30 extra seconds once you’ve rinsed off all the body wash and shampoo from your hair, I can just about guarantee […]
Septic Tank Too High - Idiot Installer My best friend in Cincinnati, Ohio, Richard Andersen, had his septic tank installed too low. This story is about installing a septic tank too high. I’m about to share an incredible story about Jennifer’s new $20,000.00 septic tank that failed in the first year. You may not care […]
Prier P-118 Installation Video This is the Prier P-118 hot/cold outdoor hydrant hose bib. It's very easy to install. I offer phone coaching if you get stuck. Tim CarterTim built custom homes and did ultra-custom remodeling for 20+ years before launching his Ask the Builder media presence. He was selected as one of the Big […]
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