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Vapor Barrier Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

A vapor barrier is essential when building or remodeling. Tim Carter shares some insights about vapor barriers and tips on vapor barrier installation for your next project.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Vapor Barrier, Vapor Barrier Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Types Of Wood Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

It's important to know the types of wood and what projects they are best for. AsktheBuilder.com's Tim Carter discusses the different types of wood and how the wood types are recognized and how their attributes are utilized.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Rough Lumber, Rough Lumber Videos, Trim Lumber, Trim Lumber Videos, Videos | 2 Comments

Soil Map Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

A soil map is one of the most important resources you can have when building a home. Tim Carter discusses why you should use soil maps, and how one can be used to build a better home.

Posted in Lots, Lots Videos, Outdoor Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Screw Gun Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

Screw guns are a very useful tool for putting up dry wall and many other jobs. AsktheBuilder.com's Tim Carter shares some screw gun tips and information to help you get your jobs done faster and easier.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Tools, Tools Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Sawzall Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

A sawzall is a very important tool to have on any job. Tim Carter demonstrates the usefulness and versatility of a sawsall. His tips will also help you better utilize your sawzall on the job.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Tools, Tools Videos, Videos | 1 Comment

Exterior Shutters Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

Exterior window shutters can add to the beauty of your home, but only if they hold up over time. AsktheBuilder.com's Tim Carter shares some pointers about exterior wood shutters and vinyl shutters, and which type of exterior shutters you should buy.

Posted in Outdoor Videos, Siding, Siding Videos, Videos | 1 Comment

French Cleat Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

French cleats can be used to hang almost any heavy object. Tim Carter demonstrates how to make a French cleat and install it. The basic French cleat principles he demonstrates can be applied to numerous other job.

Posted in DIY, DIY Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | 4 Comments

Mixing Paint Colors Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

Mixing paint colors produces custom paint colors perfect for any color scheme. Tim Carter demonstrates how to blend or mix paint colors to get the perfect color for your job. Blending paint colors really is easy and useful on any paint job.

Posted in Painting - Staining, Painting / Staining Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Exterior House Painting Tips Video

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tim Carter

Exterior house painting tips can make a job go much smoother. AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter shares some house painting tips from his years of experience. His pointers will make your house exterior painting job much easier.

Posted in Outdoor Projects, Outdoor Projects Videos, Outdoor Videos, Painting - Staining, Painting / Staining Videos, Remodeling Videos, Tips, Videos | Leave a comment

Payments To Contractors

Posted on February 10, 2007 by Tim Carter

Payments to contractors causes anxiety for a lot of homeowners. How much to pay, when to pay, who to pay? These are some of the questions to consider when working out a contractor payment plan. Residential construction cost breakdowns will help you determine the answers.

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