Faulty Metal Roof Flashings
Roof leaks are often caused by a faulty roof flashing. The metal roof flashing may not have been installed properly. This column provides illustrations of common roof flashings and installation tips.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
Wood Desk Video
Finishing a wood desk is very simple. AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter shares one technique for wood finishing your home office furniture.
Quarter Round Video
Quarter round is an essential molding on many jobs. Tim Carter demonstrates how to install quarter round to hide the gap between baseboards and flooring. You'll have no trouble with your installation of quarter round with these tips.
How To Install A Phone Jack Video
Discover how to wire a phone jack with AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter. Wiring phone jacks has never seemed more simple. With Tim's tips, you'll be phone jack wiring in no time.
Mortise Video
For those times you have to cut a groove or mortise into a piece of wood, Tim Carter demonstrates two common ways to accomplish this cut. Using a circular saw, a hammer and a wood chisel is one method. A wood router is even easier.
Paint Stripper Video
Paint stripper works wonders for paint removal. AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter shares some paint remover pointers to help you get rid of your paint quickly and safely.
Low Voltage Wiring Video
Low voltage wiring must be fastened and secured properly to prevent shorts in the wire. Tim Carter demonstrates installing low voltage wiring. You can work with residential low voltage wiring easily and safely with these tips.
Internet Cable Video
Installing internet cable is easy with these tips from AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter. Discover how to hook up computer internet wiring in your home. Internet cable installation is a job you can do.
Heating Costs Video
Heating costs can leave you broke during cold winters. But with these energy saving tips from AsktheBuilder.com will help you reduce home heating costs. You can do a lot to reduce your heating costs this winter and help with saving energy.
Sizing Air Conditioning
Calculating the proper size of your air conditioner is critical. If your HVAC system is not the proper size, your house will not be comfortable. Calculating heat gain can be done with the help of the Manual J. Get a copy for your air conditioning sizing.