A crack in a concrete foundation can be a sign of serious structural issues, problems with the soil, or just a minor concrete crack. Hiring an structural engineer could actually save you money in the long run.
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Tim Carter shows a portable giant ground heater designed to thaw ground or keep concrete warm after it's poured.
Tim Carter shows a new cupola being constructed. He talks about size and scale.
In this newsletter, my ego takes a hit, wall anchor tip, a new video on new roof sheathing, the new Bath Remodeling Coaching, reuse and recycle guide, Drill Sergeant tool review, GloPlate product review and building in bad weather.
Cupolas and weathervanes can add a touch of class to a structure's roof. However, the cupola design must be properly sized for your structure. Here are some other tips when building a cupola for structural support and standing up to Mother Nature.
Tim Carter talks about a new zip system roof sheathing. This system will help seal up your home.
Tim Carter talks about a new fascia board material that resists rot.
In this newsletter, ice on the lake, a sneak peek at the new Askthebuilder.com web design, videos on the way, the new Reuse-Recycle Guide, the Super Stain Solver Sale is on, a meet up in New Hampshire and help on a new product.
You can build a home in the middle of winter or during the rainy season. Some special procedures for cold weather construction must be followed. Keeping the ground from freezing and getting the shell completed as quickly as possible is paramount.
In this issue, winter has arrived and some useful cold weather tips, another free guide with your help on reusing something and an update on Veronica's CaliforniaTravelTips.
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