HIRING CONTRACTOR TIP VIDEOS Checklist Video 1: Finding a Pro Checklist Video 2: Contracts Checklist Video 3: Payments Checklist Video 4: Change Orders 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 50 by Remodeling magazine […]
"Moss, mold, and mildew need food to survive, just like you and me. The food sources can be an assortment of things..." Patio Moss Mold and Mildew Prevention Checklist Moss, mold, mildew, and algae feed off invisible food and water Pressure washing can damage precast colored pavers and brick WATCH the copper sulfate video below! […]
This is a very special announcement if you happen to have relatives in Puerto Rico and are wondering if they're okay. The island was ravaged by Hurricane Maria. I'm a ham radio operator and the over-arching USA association that is centered around amateur radio has set up a special webpage that may allow you to […]
Galvanized Nails - Always Get Hot-Dipped Nails Hot dipped galvanized are the best nails Electroplated nails are the worst WATCH galvanizing process videos below Pay attention to labels on nail boxes CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: I'm getting bids on a new roof and some of the roofers want […]
Old Man Winter is coming to New Hampshire. You just have to look at the trees and vegetation starting to change color. To get ready for the old man, it was time to do some rustproofing on some things of mine that stay outdoors and other things that are stored in my unheated shed / […]
Let's see how you feel about power tools. This is the survey mentioned in the September 20, 2017 AsktheBuilder Newsletter. There are no trick questions here! Loading... 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 […]
Brick Wall Leaks Driving Rain TIPS All brick walls leak water Water must be captured and released back to the outside WATCH brick wall construction video below Silane / siloxane sealers can stop most leaks in existing walls CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: As result of Hurricane Irma, I […]
How To Sink Finishing Nails TIPS Use a small nail set that's sized correctly Finish nail guns do a great job - ease gun to wood WATCH nail set and nail gun videos below Match nail set tip to small dimple in head of finish nail CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! […]
Stainless steel tubing installation is the way to go for gas lines. It takes less time to install & minimizes gas leaks. Professional installation should be done.
Vinyl siding paint works best when it is a blend of urethane and acrylic resin. Vinyl siding soaks up heat and therefore has a high expansion/contraction rate. Painting vinyl siding with the proper paint will leave a lasting color for a long time.
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