Whole House & Attic Fans Question #1: Tim, what can you tell me about whole house fans and attic fans? Do they really work to cool an attic space? I’m not sure which one I should consider one since I have air conditioning. What’s required to allow them to work at peak efficiency? Robert T., […]
Pro for Sho Ear Muffs - They Offer You Their 34 DB of Protection The Pro for Sho ear muffs are quite interesting to me because of how compact they are. Each earmuff folds up under the over-the-head strap that connects them. That's the first thing I noticed when I removed them from the box. […]
STIHL AK30 Battery - Same Size As AK20 But Way More Power The STIHL AK30 lithium-ion battery pack is loaded with power. Lots of it. It's 36 volts and has a 4.8 aH rating. That's fancy talk for your tool will run a much longer time. STIHL AK30 Comparison Table The first version of this […]
Skylight Melting Siding Can and Does Happen It's possible for a skylight melting siding story to be in your local paper or here online. I know it's possible because I've felt the searing heat on my own face from sunlight that's concentrated and reflected by the slightly concave glass on my own skylight. I was […]
Are you new? Howdy, and get ready to have your brain filled with knowledge! 😉 Been around the block or two with me? You know the drill. Click the links below and be amazed! It's been a strange summer. Somehow August has crept up on me. I've got lots to do in a short amount […]
Easy Fence Posts Question #1: Tim, what can you share about installing fence posts? My online research has me more confused than ever. Quite a few websites talk about putting concrete around each fence post. Is this a good idea? Are there other options? How deep should fence posts be? I don’t want to waste […]
"An electric baseboard heater works just like a toaster but without the danger of a fire." Basement Heating Options Checklist Electric heating is probably your best bet Do the math before making an expensive selection Insulate walls with closed-cell foam Portable heaters work well What Basement Heating Options Are Affordable? You might be surprised to […]
New subscriber? I'm glad you're here! Well-read & seasoned subscriber? Interesting issue today! Week in week out, I do my best to help you save time and money. Every now and then, I need a little help. Today is one of those times. I'm hoping you'll step up and give an assist. You'll see just […]
Stop Brick Leaks Question #1: Help me, Tim! When a blowing rain lashes my brick-veneer home, water streams down over the inside of my foundation in the basement. I thought brick was waterproof. What’s happening and is there a way to minimize, or eliminate, the water from entering my home? What could have been done […]
New Subscriber? Welcome to the island! Battle-scarred survivor? Tell the new residents how much fun we have! Tomorrow I have to drive north and east. I'm headed to the Sunday River ski resort in far western Maine. This is the base of operations for the New England Forest Rally (NEFR). I'll be there until Sunday […]
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