In this issue, a review of a new professional chain saw, installing a pedestal sink question from a reader, a new spade bit for drilling larger holes in wood, how the economy is affecting all of us and the latest column and video.
Tim Carter demonstrates one way to repair blacktop driveway cracks and shares a tip for concealing the repaired driveway cracks.
Tim Carter explains the anatomy of a septic system and walks you through each part of septic systems - the septic tank, septic distribution box and leach field.
In this issue, photos help solve a downspout problem, a Meet & Greet is set for Saturday, installing a set of swinging doors, an online photo album of Tim in New Hampshire, meeting a local candidate and the latest column and video.
There are guidelines when you build a fire pit. Fire pits are regulated in many communities. Consider the natural view when planning your outdoor fire pit. Prevailing winds should be considered when placing a fire pit.
Tim Carter demonstrates the advantages of a gas powered hydraulic log splitter and shows tips for how to operate these log splitters.
In this issue, I asked for it and you answered, tons of emails, meet and greet me at a local hardware store, the Green Movement, problems with a colored stamped concrete installation, Stain Solver sale is ending and my latest column and videos.
Blacktop crack repair can be a messy job. Newer crack sealers include one that is applied with a standard caulk gun. Use of foam backer rods can assist with the appearance of your blacktop crack filler. Carefully read all directions so an important step is not missed.
SPECIAL EDITION - This is a quick newsletter blast that has some big news, and I need your help again. I'm going to have some new-product news to share in about three or four days, so watch for that. There will be some cool video links in the next issue as well.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to use a manual log splitter and discusses whether or not a manual log splitter is right for your job.
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