Ridge Board Length for a Hip Roof
David Ellis asks how to figure the length of the ridge board on a hip roof garage.
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Deck Construction Correction Tip
An AsktheBuilder reader, Alan Peck, asks if the gaps between his deck planks get be widened. The deck construction wasn't correct when the deck was built.
Shed Door Latch Tip
Subscriber Terry Hretsina forwarded his tip of keeping the shed doors open when going in and out.
Main Circuit Breaker Shut Off Tip
After reading my Tip of the Week on shutting off the water main, Don of Kitty Hawk, NC, provided this tip on your electric service. "While you are showing those concerned how to shut off the water - how about also showing them how to shut off the power? After a near disaster, I labeled [...]
Where’s the Water Shut Off Valve?
Do you know where the main water valve is in your house? Do the other family members? Knowing where the valve is can be handy in case of a water leak.
Ladder Safety Tip
Certain types of ladders can create dangerous situations. Read what happened to one of my readers.
Building Steps Tip
Make stair rabbets the correct way. The wrong way could weaken your stairs.
Steam And Wood Flooring
Steam cleaning a wooden floor might not be the best idea.
Fascinating Folding Door Hardware
Folding doors save space and go with any architectural style.
Cutting The Rug
Tip on removing carpeting and disposing of it.