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Ask the Builder
Carter is a former contractor who walks readers through home improvement projects step by step. He offers instructions on hiring the right professionals, as well as helpful project cost-breakdowns. Carter also provides materials suggestions and new ideas for homeowners who prefer to do smaller jobs themselves. Great for classifieds.
Ask the Builder Samples
Use fuel stabilizers to protect the small engines in your household tools
DEAR TIM: Spring has finally arrived in the high country here. DEAR DON: I used to have hard-start issues with small engines.
Resurfacing a cracked concrete driveway is a great DIY task
DEAR TIM: I have an older driveway that was installed 42 years ago. DEAR JULIE: I've got great news for you. Perhaps the best news of all is that this is a DIY project if you can muster up the help of three friends for just about half a day.
Removing caulk to re-do the job right
DEAR TIM: My son tried to do me a favor while I was out of town by caulking my kitchen backsplash. DEAR AMY: Ouch! There are all sorts of techniques to remove caulk. Let's talk about using simple tools.
For best results, lay stone walkway on reinforced concrete base
DEAR TIM: I want to install some flat pieces of rock for a walkway. DEAR RON: I'm quite sure I can help you with this project as I've got lots of experience creating walkways using brick, stone and other masonry materials.
Cleaning tips for exterior siding
DEAR TIM: My primary home and a camp I own in the woods both are covered with siding. DEAR PATRICK: Each week I receive emails from homeowners just like you.
To connect wood deck posts to concrete piers, plum bob is your friend
DEAR TIM: I need to build a deck, and I'm told that the wood posts that support the deck must then sit precisely on top of concrete piers. DEAR BONNIE: Your bewilderment is pretty common.
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