Ask the Builder Podcast 7 Highlights: Karen from Texas has some cantankerous soil around her house that's causing cracks Corey's got a stunning IPE hardwood deck - what's the best way to clean and seal it? Tom has a pergola over his rear deck. The idiot who built it made a big mistake […]
EIFS has new water management systems. Synthetic stucco problems from poor water membranes or flashings cause rot. EIFS new system has fewer problems.
Vinyl fencing is the answer for those who don't want to paint their fences each year. Vinyl fences are also stronger than wood fences and more flexible. However, be aware when installing vinyl fencing, it is more expensive and expands and contracts with changes in temperature.
Is gutter protection or gutter cleaning more cost effective? Spending cash on a gutter cover may not be the best way to use your money. Investing it might. Check out this cost calculation for a gutter screen vs. cash investment.
After gutter guard installation, it is common for icicles to form on your gutters. There are some steps you can take to prevent ice dams. Ice dam removal will help stop roof leaks.
Gutter guards - do you really never have to clean your gutters again? While they may block big debris such as leaves, almost all the gutter covers I tested failed in the spring when small buds clogged up the gutters.
Stop Basement Leaks Question #1: Tim, water is pouring into my basement now that it’s spring. I’m sick of the water intrusion and the mold it creates. My head feels like it’s stuffed with cotton after trying to research online how best to stop the water. Can you add some clarity and tell me if […]
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Ask the Builder Podcast 6 Highlights: Sarah and Tom's window is melting a neighbors vinyl siding! Steve's glass block window in his shower is leaking. Tim has a simple and fast solution. Pam has mystery salt deposits forming on her California garage floor. Why? Tim shares a story about what happens when gasoline is […]
CLICK HERE to download the FREE PDF file about oxygen bleach and pressure washer DANGER video. Here's the certificate that proves that Stain Solver oxygen bleach is certified organic:
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