Questions & Answers from a Builder Archives

Frozen Pipes

Construction Claim Requirements

Driveway Considerations

Christmas Household Safety Tips

LED Christmas Lights Safety Checklist

New Construction Walkthrough Considerations

Mold Forming in Air Conditioning Vents

Can I file a lien for the balance of the contract not paid?

Renovation allowances and builders

Best Way to Add Air Conditioning to Split Level House?

How to Cover Glass Walls?

Is Block and Plank construction considered Fire Resistive construction?

Bifold Closet Doors Protrude Too Much

No Insulation Below Flat Roof

Building & Road Construction Validation

How to Fix Squeaky Floor Joints?

Molding for Railing Sill

Drywall compound over oil based paint

2×8 vs 2×10 Floor Joists for Single Story Home

Mafia Blocks for a Retaining Wall

Home Siding Basics

How to Manage Unvented Bathrooms

Residential Shingle Roofing

How Do Toilets Work?

Mold in Air Conditioning Units

Baby Proofing Your House Checklist

Under Porch / Deck Storage Shed Ideas

Water Won’t Drain in My Sink, Bathtub, or Shower

Pegboard Use in the Home

Difficult Screw Removal

Household Odors & the Use of Activated Charcoal

Yearly Maintenance & Repair Budgets for Homeowners

Common HVAC Problems

How to Remove a Portion of an Exterior Wall

Get Rid of Mold Smell with Activated Charcoal

Understanding How Thermostats Work

The electrical circuit breaker keeps tripping

Door Refuses to Shut and Latch

Security Lighting

Toilet is Always Running

Stop Cold Air From Getting In Your House

Electric Circuit Panel Identification

Water Shutoff Valve in the Home

Why does a tile floor crack?

Adding a Second Floor to Your Home

Garage door will not open, now what?

Shade, blinds and curtain rod installation

Bad Soil, Now what ?

Options for Installing Security Lighting

What to Do About a Loose Handrail?

How to Clean Your Dryer Vent

I Found Mold Growth – What Should I Do?

List of Fun Backyard Ideas for Kids

Burnt Electrical Outlet – What Should I Do Now?

I Have Ants – What Should I Do Now?

I Have Hornets – What Should I Do Now?

I Have Mice & Rats – What Should I Do?

Cutting Trees Around the House

Mold growth during structural framing

How to Inspect and Reinforce Decks

Spring Leaks

Sound Insulation and Transmission

What are Ice Dams?

What is Energy Star?

Water Sources and Water Testing: what should be included?

How to Fix Peeling Paint

Fixing Cracked Tile

Peeling Paint: Why does PAINT PEEL?

How to Inspect for Water Damage Repair

Home Inspections / Key elements

Cracked trim boards / interior and exterior

What is Water Damage?

Convert Sliding Door to Pocket Door

How to Fix Broken Stair Treads

Cracks in the ceiling or walls of your home

Construction Scheduling / Fact or Fiction?

How to Find a Good Real Estate Deal

Sheetrock & Drywall Repair

Densglass Sheathing

How to Do Driveway Repair: Cracks & Sealants

Glass plates or dishes stuck together / now what

Construction Software Tips

Winterizing My Home

Hurricane Rebuilding Tips

Kitchen Floor Water Leaks

How to Replace Your Toilet?

How to Replace an Electrical Wall Switch

How to Clean Your Gutters and Leaders

How to Replace an Electrical Outlet

Construction Insurance for Homeowners

How Find a Stud Without a Stud Finder

Recommended Homeowner Tools

Dont Be Intimidated by Your Contractor

How to Use a Power / Pressure Washer

How to Tidy Up Your Kitchen

How to Tidy Up Your Bathroom

How to Snake Your Drain

How to Use a Stud Finder

Construction Bidding Success

Why is My Home So Dusty?