Ask the Builder Podcast 11 Highlights: Bruce's new blacktop drive needs support at one edge Jack's brick home leaks in driving rains Diane has crumbling concrete steps Tim shares a story about new ceramic tile bubbling up off a floor! NOTE: Transcript of this story below. CLICK to LISTEN to Tim's AsktheBuilder Podcast 11. Podcast Sponsor: Read More »
How To Install an Anchor in Concrete Block With Epoxy It's easy to install a permanent anchor into concrete block or solid concrete. The trick is to talk to your dentist first. Watch the video above and it should make all the sense in the world.
Ask the Builder Podcast 9 Highlights: Gary's got questions about his polybutylene water lines. Tim has answers. Steve's got a slow flushing frustrating toilet. Tim shares how to restore it in just hours Andy's got wood rot in some bay windows. Tim has a magic epoxy that will do the repair Tim shares a Read More »
This video was shot after Tim had a dream about wiring 3-way switches. Really! Read about this dream in the April 19, 2018 Newsletter. 3 Way Switch Troubleshooting is Simple - Play Musical Chairs Watch the above video to see how to troubleshoot a 3-way switch that you goofed up. Yes, I know you did. Read More »
Please take the short survey, that was mentioned in Tim's April 13, 2018 Newsletter. You'll benefit and help the world by doing this. Thanks! Tim Carter - Founder / www.AsktheBuilder.com P.S. After taking the survey, WATCH the video below to see one way to fix your gas can if you're unhappy. Loading...
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 Read More »
Ask the Builder Podcast 5 Highlights: Debbie's son has a tough leak at his home with a flat roof and attached deck. TJ lives in Oklahoma and he and his wife want to be the GC on their own new home. Will it turn into a nightmare? Ann is transforming unfinished attic space Read More »
White Salt on Brick and 3 Ways Question #1: Tim, I’ve got a mess on my brick home. I live in Houston, TX and have a sprinkler system for my lawn. The water sometimes gets sprayed on my brick exterior. White stains appear. I’ve tried scrubbing with water and a water/acid mix. Nothing is working. Read More »
Ask the Builder Podcast 4 Highlights: Robert has a cracked floor joist under his bathroom. He needs to fix it fast and easy. I've got the answer. (Featured March 25, 2018 Newsletter) Bob lives in rural upstate New York. He wonders about using chemicals on his lawn above his well. Lots of laughter! Sue Read More »
Heat Loss Photos - I've Got Plenty Heat loss, and heat gain in the summer, are both responsible for costing you money. It's important to realize that you can't stop heat loss, but you can slow it down. In the photo above the purple areas on the sloped ceiling are caused by air flowing through Read More »
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