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Tool Gift Ideas Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, shows lots of great power tools, woodworking tools and hand tools that can easily be given as gifts. Any  tool will be appreciated by your do-it-yourselfer.

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Plumbing Fittings Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates the easiest way to correct water leaks. Faucet repairs are easier with newer supply lines.

Posted in Bathrooms Videos, Plumbing Design, Plumbing Supplies, Plumbing Supplies Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Electrical Wall Outlets Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of  AsktheBuilder.com, shows how to get a tight professional fit around each of your wall outlets and switches.

Posted in Electrical, Electrical Videos, Electrical Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Fireplace Surrounds Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, shows great fireplace surrounds to fill in the space between a mantle and firebox using natural stone products. This makes for a beautiful fireplace surround.

Posted in Fireplaces, Fireplaces Videos, Fireplaces Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Time Capsules Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, shows great ways to make a time capsule for your house while remodeling or building your new home. What treasures do you include in a time capsules? Tim offers some tips for time capsules.

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Drywall Joint Compounds Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates how to do drywall joints and get a smooth drywall corners. The proper use of drywall compound is important.

Posted in Drywall - Plaster, Drywall Videos, Drywall Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Cut Nails Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates how to mount a piece of wood onto a concrete wall. The use of special nails make the job simple.

Posted in DIY, DIY Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Rough Lumber, Rough Lumber Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

In Wall Speakers Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates easy installation of high quality, in-wall speakers. In wall speakers are a great way to get rid of those large wooden speaker cabinets.

Posted in Electrical, Electrical Videos, Electrical Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Home Insulation Video

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, gives some helpful tips on installing batt insulation in your home. Wear protective clothing when handling fiberglass insulation. Installing home insulation properly will help you save energy.

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Subfloor Repair Video

Posted on June 22, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates a very simple way to repair hard to get to wood sub floors. A hole in the subfloor can be repaired from above, if there is no access to the subflooring from below.

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