Sticky Hand Tool Handles Survey
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Author Archives: Tim Carter
Ask the Builder September 2018 Neat Products
Here are a few neat products I've held in my hands the first few days of September 2018 and feel you should know about: Werner 24-Foot Aluminum Extension Ladder With Leveling Legs This is a nifty aluminum D-rung ladder that's rated for 250-pounds. I was able to easily carry it from up in my […]
Kwikset SmartKey Security and Kobalt Series 3000 Tool Chests
In this video, Tim Carter shows how you can rekey locks yourself using the Kwikset Smartkey Security system. He demonstrates it on his Kobalt Series 3000 tool chest.
Retaining Wall Basics and Blacktop Cracks
Retaining Wall Basics Question #1: Tim, I’ve seen quite a few failed retaining walls. Many have bulges or have tipped over. What needs to be done to ensure I only do mine one time? I’ve seen photos of walls hundreds of years old that look like they were built yesterday. What’s the secret? Chuck W., […]
August 31, 2018 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
New subscriber? Welcome and don't be fall for the you-must-wear-the-funny-hat prank that some of the seasoned subscribers may pull on you. Seasoned subscriber? You know better than to mess with the new arrivals! Where did it go? How is it possible that we're at the end of another summer? Did you have a great one? […]
Gutter Guard Madness and Leveling Floors Before Tile
Gutter Guard Madness Question #1: Tim, the annual gutter cleaning campaign is about to happen. What’s your feeling about gutter guards? Have you tested any? There are so many different designs, how do you even begin to make a decision? Are they really worth it in the long run? Is there a cheaper alternative? Molly […]
Staircase Survey Where You Live DUH!
I need to know where you live if you took the Staircase Survey. It was an Ooopsie By Accident moment! I should have put this question in the original survey. Loading...
Excavator Unloading Precast Concrete Retaining Wall Blocks
Tim Carter records an excavator unloading heavy stackable retaining wall blocks.
Etymotic Earplugs and Earphones Review
Etymotic Earplugs and Earphones - They Keep You Safe I had the chance to test out a pair of Etymotic earplugs and earphones for the past two months. It's important to realize that I've tried countless earplugs over the years constantly trying to find a pair that minimizes harmful noise but allows me to hear […]
August 21, 2018 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
New subscriber? Welcome to AsktheBuilderland. You can put away your passport now and relax. Current AsktheBuilderland resident? Please share with the new arrivals, when you bump into them, that I'm not crazy. Today's newsletter might be one of those where you scratch your head. I say this because it has some indirect tips that might […]