Concrete Overlay
A concrete overlay is a great way to patch your spalling concrete sidewalk, driveway or stucco. Discover how to repair your concrete. Concrete overlays can last years if the concrete work is done properly.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
August 7, 2008 AsktheBuilder News
In this issue, telling the truth on property disclosure, polybutylene plumbing pipe settlement, Stain Solver is moved, new lead rules, an idiot handyman, Sonoma tile and flamed-granite and the latest column and video.
Shower Soap Dish
Replacing a leaking shower head led one reader to more problems. The shower head fell and broke a ceramic soap dish. Now he needs to know how to replace a broken soap dish. Matching the existing ceramic tile and not damaging the surrounding tile could be quite a job.
July 30, 2008 AsktheBuilder News
In this issue of my newsletter have I got jambalaya for you! Wait until you read about the feedback from last week's newsletter, how to calculate a fair price for a new home, a contest, my latest columns and video links and much more.
Shower Head
Replacing a shower head, or if you have to fix a leaking shower head, is not a difficult job if you use the right tools. Shower heads can be a source of water leaks if the proper pipe sealant is not used.
July 22, 2008 AsktheBuilder News
In this issue of my newsletter I am going to talk about my move to New Hampshire and a few other things that have nothing to do with remodeling or building. This is a very rare occurrence.
Door Locks
There are several reasons why your door locks or deadbolt quit working properly. Discover some of these door lock problems and how to troubleshoot the cause. A little adjustment of the door lock hardware might get your door lock working again.
When to Install a Stainless Steel Sink Video
Tim Carter demonstrates why the size of your overmount stainless steel sink determines whether you should install your sink before or after the countertop is in place. Sinks come in various sizes. Check your kitchen sink before you install the countertop.
Easy Faucet Body Installation Video
Tim Carter shares some of his faucet installation wisdom to make installing a sink faucet much easier. This tip will save you time on your next sink faucet project.
July 15, 2008 AsktheBuilder News
In this issue of my newsletter, I am going to talk about my 7.5-hour drive to the East Coast, Trex decking, a romantic birthday card, and much more. Oh, and I have another sponsor this week! Yippee!