Deck Sealer Test Results
Synthetic deck sealers and synthetic technology prevent wood decks from rotting and growing algae and mildew stains. Clean and seal decks immediately after installation to prevent problems.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
June 6, 2017 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
It's June 6th. Two years ago on this day, I was laboring up on my roof in 90+ F heat. The summer of 2015 would turn out to be a wretched HOT season. I just got back up from letting Lady the dog inside. It's COLD outside and raining! 49 F Are you kidding me? […]
Pay Contractor In Advance
Paying a Contractor in Advance Yesterday I received an email from Marie who lives in Massachusetts. She asked the following question: "I have been getting quotes to clean and stain my decks. In the quotes, they have all been saying that they want money up front (1/3 or 1/2). I don't like this idea. Is […]
Concrete Finish Options
Concrete Finish Options TIPS Communicate clearly what you want in the first place to avoid nightmare Stamped concrete is dramatic - can be slippery around pools Stenciled concrete is unbelievable. Not as hard to do as stamped Too much curing compound can cause splotchy white haze CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! […]
June 4, 2017 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
Good morning! It's an unusual late spring here in central New Hampshire. I'll be wearing a jacket to church this morning! Monday and Tuesday are forecast to be 55 F and rainy! Come on Mother Nature!!! Give us a break. It's time for 75 F and sun! Photo Gallery Eye Candy I need you to […]
Brick Wall Leakage Repair
Brick Wall Leakage Repair TIPS Water can't pool against brick walls Create positive drainage using a thin concrete overlay Use cement paint for permanent repair - WATCH VIDEOS below Silane-siloxane sealers can prevent water from entering brick CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: There's an area in our garage that's […]
How To Drill Hard Steel Video
Drilling steel or metal is a quick way to dull your drill bits if you do it the wrong way. This AsktheBuilder.com video shows you how to drill holes using the correct drill bits and oil to drill through steel and sheet metal. A variable speed drill is the best drill to use.
LE Johnson Q2 2017 Spring Eye Candy Quiz
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Black Roof Stains
Black Roof Stains TIPS Microscopic algae causes the stains Algae is eating the limestone in the shingles Use Stain Solver certified oxygen bleach to clean Put up copper strips at ridge to STOP stains - LINK BELOW to get copper CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: My newer roof is […]
June 2, 2017 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
I hope you had a great past week. I've been crazy busy! Lots of news to share and a new look for me! Surprise news too! Bermuda Meet Up Two days ago, I got a text from my very close friend Dan: "How would you like to go to Bermuda on a cruise? Cancellation has […]