Patio Paver Tips Video
Tim Carter describes a precast concrete paver patio system. While the stones at first seem random and individual, Tim shows how they are clever interlocking pieces of colored concrete.
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Tips for Patio Pavers
If a precast concrete paver patio is in your future, here are some tips for patio pavers. Concrete paver stones interlock so they don't move around after you have completed your patio. These are DIY friendly and if your patio is a small one, you can be sitting on your new patio in hours.
Hail Demolishes Roof
Large hail damaged the roof of Dean Imel's house. Dean replaced his roof with a polymer based roofing that has the look of real slate.
April 10, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter & Tips
In this Newsletter, working with an excavator helped uncover rounded boulders, deck cleaning tip, glass & metal countertops, the Spring Stain Solver Sale ends at midnight, change your washing machine hoses, review my eBook, the MAC Virus alert, plumbing vent pipe video and poured vs concrete block foundations.
Lamp Post Pole Tips
Lamp post lights will light up a dark rural street. Installing the post pole could be an issue depending upon your soil. Once the lamp post is set, you will need to run electric to it or use a solar energy light.
Build a Deck for the Shed
Mike Rignola continues his backyard projects by building a wooden deck in front of his shed.
Apple & Mac Computer Users – Please Read
If you have an Apple or Mac computer, READ this NOW.
Mortar For Stone Veneer Video
Tim Carter explains how to stick stones onto a wall and how to make it stand the test of time.
April 3, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter & Tips
In this issue, showing friends around NH, the annual Spring Stain Solver Sale, new Cleaning & Sealing Your Deck eBook is released, a revised version of the Crown Molding eBook is on its way, Video of the Week on Blacktop Crack Repairs, high-performance house paint Tip of the Week, thanks for your replies, Yelp! and my Q&A of the Week on flagstone patios on crushed stone.
Wall Removal Tips
Removing a wall can create all kinds of hidden issues. Most interior walls can have cables, plumbing and other items that will need to be relocated if the wall is removed.