Tim Carter demonstrates how to create and install a complex roof fascia flashing. This flashing incorporates a time-tested hemmed edge - a flashing feature that's fast becoming legendary. CLICK HERE to see Tim's sketch on the hemmed edge. Tim introduced this Roof Flashing Video in his September 9, 2015 AsktheBuilder Newsletter.
DEAR TIM: Money is pretty tight and I need a new roof. I've watched a few videos on YouTube and believe I can handle the job. My old shingles need to come off and I'm working alone. How do I ensure no water will leak into my home since I can't get all the shingles Read More »
Patricia Whitworth has a few leaking skylights in her Hernando, FL home. Here's what she sent to me. I assume since she's so brief she's running around looking for a mop and bucket: "Skylights leak. How can we permanently remove them? How to cover up hole in inside ceiling?" Here's my suggestion: Patricia, are you sure Read More »
Tim Carter discusses in this video how he used to use asphalt shingles but now favors synthetic slate by DaVinci Roofscapes. This is the first video in a series of 5 videos on the subject.
Tim Carter discusses his decision to use Grace Ice & Water Shield® on his own roof and how he used it on as many of his jobs as he could.
DEAR TIM: I'm replacing my bath exhaust fan. The old fan was vented through the soffit. I don't believe I have an attic as there seems to be no access to the space. My roof is sloped but my bath ceiling is flat. What's the best way to exhaust the fan out through the soffit? Read More »
Tim Carter shows a failed plumbing vent flashing, a high-quality replacement flashing, and he provides step-by-step installation instructions. Just below the video is a LINK to PURCHASE this high-quality flashing. Or CLICK or TAP HERE now to order one. Here is a picture of the Lifetime Tool & Building Products' plumbing vent flashing. This is Read More »
Judi Adkins has had some much-needed rain in Austin, Texas. But she feels the flooding in her condo requires the changing of at least one downspout direction. Here's what she sent to me: "I live in a first floor condo. It has a recent history of water damage. We are experiencing an unusual deluge of rain this Read More »
DEAR TIM: I've inherited a family cabin at the western boundary of the gorgeous Allegheny National Forest. It's got major roof and foundation issues. Where should I start with repairs? I do plan to spend lots of time here and the interior is in as bad a shape as the exterior. Do you feel this Read More »
DEAR TIM: I purchased a piece of property that has a 150-year-old garage in bad shape. It's got a dirt floor. The roof is shot. It leaked so badly that in some places the wood roof sheathing is completely missing. The rafters that support the sheathing seem undersized and are not rotted for some reason. Read More »
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