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High efficiency furnaces can save money and they help conserve our natural resources. Before you think about junking your good furnace, keep in mind that the high efficiency furnace can cost up to $1,000.00 more than a standard one. Be sure you can reap enough savings to make it worthwhile.

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"The first thing you need to get an accurate price for your new home is a good set of plans and specifications. You need these to be able to get individual cost estimates for the different aspects of your home." CLICK HERE to download a set of superb plans and blueprints. Your own plans SHOULD […]

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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: […]

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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.

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 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 […]

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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. […]

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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...

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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 […]

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   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 […]

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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. […]

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