Tim Carter demonstrates the basic tools (pliers, screwdriver, wire strippers) you need for residential electrical repairs, as well as a handy little tool-belt pouch that stores all of the tools. Create your own electrician tool belt with these hand tools.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to install a finish nail using a hammer and nail set. Tim also shows how to do it the fast way with a powered nail gun! Nail guns allow the job to get done quicker and a cordless nail gun does not require an air compressor.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to remove insulated glass panels from either side of a front door. Replacing the sidelights on the front door is possible. Just follow these steps for glass replacement.
Tim Carter demonstrates a few simple interior painting tips and tricks when using paint rollers. Tim Carter also talks about putting the right amount of paint on a wall surface. These interior painting techniques will help with that professional finish.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to use hidden French cleats to attach gorgeous fireplace mantels to a wall. A clever way to attach the fireplace mantel to the wall without using screws or nails.
Plywood and OSB (oriented strand board) has a grading system. The Engineered Wood Association has a labeling system to grade lumber for its recommended use. How to read the grading stamps and some sample OSB and plywood ratings are provided.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates all the cool things about reciprocating saws, especially cordless reciprocation saws!
Tim Carter demonstrates how to get professional painting results by caulking all cracks between woodwork and walls before painting. Discover how to caulk using a caulking gun.
Ceramic tile floors are in many homes. They make a great floor unless one of the ceramic tiles gets cracked. Ceramic tile repair has two options - complete tile replacement or filling the crack.
Does it make sense to buy the most efficient heat pump? It depends on your climate, location and energy costs. This chart makes a comparison of the heat pump efficiency, electric cost, yearly savings and lifetime operating cost.
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