Wall Sheathing Video
Tim Carter describes wall sheathing technology of 2010 and sheathing materials used from the late 1800's to the present. Wall sheathing not only helps protect the house from weather, but adds structural strength.
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Sill Plate Video
Tim Carter describes the importance of a treated lumber sill plate in a wood-framed house. In addition, a layer of foam between the masonry foundation and the sill plate will help stop drafts into your house.
House Framing Techniques Part 1 Video
Tim Carter describes how stacked framing is the best structural way to construct a wood-framed house. Stacking the roof rafters directly over the wall studs, which are directly over the floor joists, from the top of the roof down to the foundation, will provide a strong house frame.
Diagonal Bracing Video
Tim Carter describes several ways to use diagonal bracing while constructing a wood-framed house. The bracing keeps the house square while it is under construction. The weight from other components or the affects of wind can cause problems without this bracing.
Precast Concrete Deck Pier Video
Tim Carter shows a precast concrete deck pier before and after installation. He compares pros and cons of all styles.
Concrete Footer Part 3 Video
Tim Carter describes installing a concrete footer in this multi-part series. This video shows the poured footer with the keyway. The keyway helps keep the foundation wall from shifting.
Concrete Footer Part 2 Video
Tim Carter describes installing a concrete footer in this multi-part series. The concrete for the foundation footer gets poured into the footer formers in this video.
Concrete Footer Part 1 Video
Tim Carter describes installing a concrete footer in this multi-part series. A footer spreads the weight of the foundation and the rest of the house over the soil.
Concrete Screed Video
Tim Carter shows a power screed in action. It's amazing and astounding.
Bull Float Video
Tim Carter shows how a bull float is used on freshly poured concrete.