There are many methods for building a deck. Deck construction, especially attaching deck beams to wooden posts, must consider the amount of weight that will be supported by those posts. The wrong method is just asking for a deck collapse. Your deck plans should include notching the wooden support posts. A proper deck design will increase deck safety.
Cold seams in a poured concrete foundation can occur if the flow of concrete is interrupted. The foundation seam is where part of the concrete dries while waiting for more concrete to be poured.
Tim Carter shows a different kind of driveway - tar and chip driveway. Looks better than a standard blacktop driveway and it can be customized!
Tim Carter demonstrates how to get an oil stain off a concrete or blacktop driveway. Stain removal is possible, but the oil stain removal should be done as soon as possible.
Tim Carter demonstrates two really simple ways to safely clean the gutters at your home. One of his gutter cleaning tools has more power! Gutter cleaning is one of those Fall outdoor projects.
Tim Carter demonstrates easy ways to level a yard, make a drench or dig a hole with a rototiller or power tiller. A garden tiller works wonders on getting that soil ready to plant.
Tim Carter demonstrates really simple ways to repair either blacktop or concrete driveways. Repair blacktop driveways before you apply the driveway sealer.
Tim Carter demonstrates the correct way to seal a concrete driveway. A concrete sealer will protect your driveway. Get a good driveway sealer that contains silane - siloxane.
Tim Carter demonstrates a few easy ways to keep the base of your house from getting structural cracks. Foundation cracks can occur during extremely dry weather. The soil dries up and pulls away from your foundation. Keep your foundation watered to help avoid house settlement.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to replace a damaged roof shingle. Roof shingles can be replaced when damaged. The hardest part might be climbing up and down the ladder.
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