Cobb Salad History Video
While hiking the hills overlooking the historic Cobb Estate in Altadena, California, Tim explains the discovery of the Cobb Salad. Historic fact or ????
Author Archives: Tim Carter
Roof Shingles
Replacing roof shingles is a hot, back-breaking, dirty job. Care must be observed when installing roof shingles. The pitch of the roof and the temperature can make roof shingle installation difficult for a do-it-yourselver. Before you start, you have to purchase the right style and color asphalt shingles.
Wood Sheds
Wood sheds make great outdoor storage buildings. Wood sheds can be built in a variety of styles and sized to match your requirements. Before building your wood shed, carefully plan out your size requirements. You do not want to build an undersized wood storage shed.
Fixing The Pipes
The AsktheBuilder Store has sprung a leak. It is currently down for repair while Tim searches for the problem. The store is scheduled to reopen shortly. Thank you. Tim CarterTim built custom homes and did ultra-custom remodeling for 20+ years before launching his Ask the Builder media presence. He was selected as one of the […]
Shed Plans Survey
Thank you. Your response has been overwhelming. And extremely helpful!! We have reached our limit of 100 for the free EBook or Checklist and the survey has been closed. Again, thank you for help. AsktheBuilder Tim CarterTim built custom homes and did ultra-custom remodeling for 20+ years before launching his Ask the Builder media presence. […]
Security Cameras Video
Tim Carter demonstrates how easy it is to set up home security cameras and walks you through some useful features to look for when considering to buy security cameras.
Security Cameras
Security cameras can provide home security inside and outside your home. Wireless security cameras can be mounted in areas where you can't run the wiring. Security camera systems can digitally record (when equipped with a digital video recorder - DVR) what is happening and can even be viewed over the Internet when you are out of town.
Plumbing Tools
DIY plumbing can be a fun project, if you have the proper plumbing tools. Pipe cutters, propane torch and a hand-held flaring tool are just some of the tools needed for working with plumbing fittings and plumbing fixtures. Get the right do it yourself tools for your plumbing projects.
How to Install a Kitchen Faucet Video
Tim Carter demonstrates how to install a kitchen faucet. Putting in your own kitchen faucet isn't as hard as you think. This video walks you through hooking up the waterlines and a veggie sprayer.
Stump Removal Video
Tim Carter demonstrates one method for removing stumps. This method is especially effective if you have many stumps to remove in a short amount of time.