Here's your mid-week dose of recently revised columns. There are some jaw-dropping videos in several. Once again, I URGE you to, at the VERY LEAST, click and just scan the columns. This way, when you eventually do have the problem your tiny gray cells will remind you that I have life preservers to throw at […]
I’m quite certain you’re a new subscriber who joined us this week. Welcome! Each day I’m able to see all new subscribers and it warms my heart that you trust me to share useful home improvement information. This issue has quite a few fun prizes. Be sure to pay close attention to the Tony Hseih […]
Spy Camera USB Charger - It's AMAZING. This is a perfect gift item for any number of people. Get several to see lots of your home. CLICK or TAP HERE to discover MORE about this very cool device.
I hope your Thanksgiving was splendid. Mine was magical. The face time with family and the food were good for the soul. While it was cool and rainy on Mt. Desert Island Thanksgiving Day, the dry tongue of the weather system dragged its way across the island the following morning before we headed back to […]
Hide Plumbing Pipes in a Chase or Closet - HVAC Ducts Too! QUESTION: Oh, Tim do I have a conundrum for you! A major remodel is about to happen here at my home and already we’ve got a problem. A new master bathroom is being created in a second-floor room but I can’t figure out […]
Water Hammer Fix - Easy to Repair in an Existing Home QUESTION: Tim, each time I shut off a faucet in my home my water pipes rattle and make a dreadful sound. It seems to me that they might burst from terrifying noise. The problem is common in many houses on my street as I’ve […]
Reinforcing Steel in Footings - It's 100X Stronger Than Concrete QUESTION: Tim, I’m flummoxed. I’m about to build a large detached garage. The plans call for a 10-inch-thick by 20-inch-wide poured concrete footing with two 1/2-inch steel bars that run continuously in the concrete. One bidding contractor says this steel is a waste of time […]
Greetings and salutations! You might be my newest subscriber! Welcome. This top spot in each issue is your special place. How about you, though? Have you been around here for so long that you remember the video I recorded about how fast a live Christmas tree can ignite? You should watch this and let it […]
It's the day before Thanksgiving here in the USA. I know, you're busy. Hopefully lots of family and friends are visiting and sitting around your table. Here's a short list of revised columns for you. There are MANY great videos in the columns below. You'll also discover new links to superb products and services. It […]
Welcome! Are you a new subscriber? I thought so. This is an interesting issue in my opinion. Strap yourself in. But you, yes, you! You might have been here since day one, way back in 1995 or so. That’s quite a few harvest moons ago. But now, I want you to focus on Christmas. It’s […]
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