Ask the Builder
Secondary Navigation
  • About
  • Ask Tim
  • Press
  • Advertise
Main Navigation
  • Videos
  • Tool Reviews
  • Podcast
  • Q & A
  • Shop
  • Tips
  • Before & Afters
  • Checklists
  • Ask Tim

Author Archives: Tim Carter

Post navigation

← Older posts
Newer posts →

Lally Column Video

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates some important tips about lally columns, wood beams and bearing points.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Structural, Structural Videos, Videos | 2 Comments

Basement Insulation Tips Video

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates basement insulation tips to keep your basement dry and warm.

Posted in Foundation Videos, Insulation, Insulation Videos, Interior Walls, Interior Walls Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Tips, Videos | 7 Comments

Door Framing Tip Video

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates some important tips about the rough framing at a doorway.

Posted in Doors, Doors Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Structural, Structural Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Framing A Door Video

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates some important tips about the rough framing at a doorway.

Posted in Doors, Doors Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Structural, Structural Videos, Videos | 3 Comments

Framing A Door

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Tim Carter

When framing a door, there are several factors to consider. The door framing could be different for interior and exterior doors, and if the door is being framed in a load-bearing wall.

Posted in Doors, New Construction, Remodeling, Structural | 18 Comments

Build A Porch Video Part 3 of 6

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates in a six-part video series how to rebuild a defective front porch and permanently stop water leaks into the home.

Posted in Deck Construction, Deck Construction Videos, Deck Maintenance, Deck Maintenance Videos, Home Repair, Home Repair Videos, Outdoor Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | 2 Comments

Build A Porch Video Part 2 of 6

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates in a six-part video series how to rebuild a defective front porch and permanently stop water leaks into the home. This second video shows the hidden problem once the decking has been removed.

Posted in Deck Construction, Deck Construction Videos, Deck Maintenance, Deck Maintenance Videos, Home Repair, Home Repair Videos, Outdoor Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Build A Porch Video Series

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim's six part video series on the reconstruction of a water-damaged porch.

Posted in Ask the Builder, Glossary | 2 Comments

Build A Porch Video Part 1 of 6

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates in a six-part video series how to rebuild a defective front porch and permanently stop water leaks into the home.

Posted in Deck Construction, Deck Construction Videos, Deck Maintenance, Deck Maintenance Videos, Home Repair, Home Repair Videos, Outdoor Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Milwaukee Fluorescent Light Bulb Tester Video

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates a tool that allows you to easily diagnose why a fluorescent light is not working.

Posted in Bathrooms Videos, Lighting, Lighting Videos, New Construction Videos, Tools, Tools Videos, Videos | 3 Comments

Post navigation

← Older posts
Newer posts →
SEARCH ASK THE BUILDER / 
WELCOME TO ASK THE BUILDER / 
SPONSORS / 
Roofing Ripoff Expose' Book
  • ebooks
  • Checklists
  • shop
  • Ask Tim
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Legal

©1993-2025 tim carter

Expert Advice For Your Home

Subscribe to the FREE Ask the Builder newsletter to receive professional advice for your home. Complete the form below and each week you'll get:

  • DIY Tips
  • Tool Reviews
  • Project Guides
  • Product Discounts, Giveaways & more.

Unsubscribe at any time. We respect your email privacy.

The owner of this website has made a commitment to accessibility and inclusion, please report any problems that you encounter using the contact form on this website. This site uses the WP ADA Compliance Check plugin to enhance accessibility.