Septic Tanks and Oxygen Facts Myths about septic systems Facts about septic systems Oxygen is needed in all septic systems Add Stain Solver to system There's a big misunderstanding about how septic tanks work and whether it's a good or bad idea to add oxygen bleach to a septic tank. Let's clear the tank, er Read More »
While you're reading this, assuming you do so within an hour or two of it landing in your inbox, I'll be with my son driving towards Lynn's house in Maryland. Lynn was the Grand Prize winner in the Treasure Hunt. On Wednesday, I'm going to tackle at least one project for her, and maybe two Read More »
Is it just me or are the weeks screaming by? It's now the fourth week of April for goodness sakes. On Monday, April 21, 2014, I worked the Boston Marathon again as a ham radio operator. It was a busy day at my location - Chestnut St. and Commonwealth Ave. in Newton, MA. That's mile Read More »
Remington Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard Name of Product: Remington electric leaf blowers Hazard: The blower’s impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumer Contact: Remington toll-free at (888) 848-6038 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mtdproducts.com and click on Product Recalls Read More »
Troy-Bilt Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard Name of Product: Troy-Bilt electric leaf blowers Hazard: The blower’s impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumer Contact: Troy-Bilt toll-free at (888) 848-6038 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online atwww.troybilt.com and click on Recalls under the Read More »
How to Install a Pocket Door - Easy with Instructions How to install pocket doors New technology created better door hardware Video link Picture of wall framing for pocket door DEAR TIM: The house I grew up in had magnificent pocket doors that disappeared into the walls. In several rooms, the two doors would slide Read More »
Here's a video that quickly shows you what's behind the drywall that makes a pocket door work like magic.
How a Linear French Drain Works Tim shows you the end result of what a Linear French Drain is supposed to do. Want to see step-by-step videos on how to build one? Get Tim's Streaming Video!
Tim demonstrates the difficulty of talking - or trying to! Enjoy!
Tim takes us on a tour of the Klein Tools Mansfield, TX, pliers plant.
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