A pressure washer is a fantastic tool, but if used incorrectly can cause many problems. Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates the basics about pressure washers and power washers so you get excellent results without hurting your property or yourself.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates how to flare the end of soft copper tubing to produces leak-proof joints. A copper tubing flaring tool makes the job simple. But, be careful.
Tim Carter demonstrates the basics of a carpenter's framing square. Tim shows how to make the marks for simple roof rafters.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to use hole saws. A hole saw drills perfectly round holes from one-half-inch diameter up to 2 and 1/4-inch diameter using your standard drill.
Tim Carter demonstrates the basic tools (pliers, screwdriver, wire strippers) you need for residential electrical repairs, as well as a handy little tool-belt pouch that stores all of the tools. Create your own electrician tool belt with these hand tools.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to install a finish nail using a hammer and nail set. Tim also shows how to do it the fast way with a powered nail gun! Nail guns allow the job to get done quicker and a cordless nail gun does not require an air compressor.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates all the cool things about reciprocating saws, especially cordless reciprocation saws!
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates why simple pipe scaffolding is an excellent tool to use for outdoor painting projects. It provides more solid, stable work area than a ladder.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates how a pop rivet gun works. Pop rivets work great to fasten two pieces of thin metal. Tim knows all about being politically correct.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, explains why you need to use special cameras to take photos of construction or building defects. A construction photo may help you with a contractor dispute or to find that pipe hidden behind the wall a few years down the road.
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