January 8, 2009 AsktheBuilder News and Tips
In this issue, a 2009 Beatles calendar with rare photos, Twitter micro-blogging, an update on ice cleats and the Boston Home Show.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
Home Security System
A home security system can offer peace of mind. These home security systems can monitor doors, windows and breaking glass. A wireless home security system is available where wires can not be run.
January 4, 2009 AsktheBuilder News and Tips
In this issue, ice cleats are needed in New Hampshire, new videos on the way, super insulation (a house with no furnace), painting cabinets, a trip to Orlando, the Cincinnati Enquirer special announcement, brick weep holes and recent columns. And after 30 years, it is gone!!
Best Space Heater
Selecting the best space heater depends on several factors. Will the best space heaters be used to heat an area or only you? The best space heater could be an electric space heater, a propane space heater or radiant heaters.
Toilet Gasket
A toilet gasket stops odors. The toilet bowl gasket has to be installed correctly. The toilet wax gasket is set on the toilet flange.
OSB Plywood
Can wet OSB plywood be used for roofing? Roofing materials, such as osb or plywood, can get wet during construction.
House Foundation Repair
A house foundation repair can be accomplished. Before house foundation repairs are attempted, the soil around the foundation must be solid. Once the soil is good, you can plan how to repair house foundation.
Frost on Walls
Frost in walls can form when temperatures drop well below zero. This interior wall frost is condensation from the water vapor held in the warm air inside your house. What can be done to reduce interior frost?
Roof Vent Ice
A roof vent cap can keep debris out of the vent, but it can also ice up in the winter. This ice can block the roof vents. Can the cap be removed?
Heating Systems
Extremely cold temperatures can strain heating systems. Your heating system might be working overtime to keep up the heat in your home. Heat systems should be sized to meet the heat loss calculations for your home.