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How To: Replace a toilet on your own

Replacing a toilet is surprisingly easy. Learn how with this video. Make sure you disconnect the water hose before you do anything else, otherwise you could have quite a messy bathroom. Replace a toilet on your own.

How To: Install an interior door

Hang an interior door in 5 minutes or less using the Quick Plumb Door Hanger bracket system.

How To: Clean an optical disc player

If your CD or DVD player has become sluggish or is skipping, you may need to clean the lens. Here’s how. You will need a Phillip's Head Screwdriver.

How To: Replace a window

Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates how to install a new window and frame.

How To: Remove an old window

Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates a simple way to remove a window and frame from a house.

How To: Fix a broken door knob handle

Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates a really simple way to fix a loose door knob handle.

How To: Repair your driveway

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates really simple ways to repair either blacktop or concrete driveways.

How To: Caulk woodwork cracks

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates how to get professional painting results by caulking all cracks between woodwork and walls.

How To: Repair ceramic tiles

Tim Carter demonstrates how to repair ceramic tiles. This video explains that you have two options for ceramic tile repair--complete tile replacement or filling the cracks.

How To: Construct Scaffolding

Tim Carter demonstrates why simple pipe scaffolding is an excellent tool to use for outdoor painting projects.

How To: Make fancy crown molding corners

Tim Carter breaks down the steps to creating 4-cut crown molding corners. Tim's simple explanation truly shows how simple the corners are to make.

How To: Install crown molding on your cabinets

Tim Carter explains how to put crown molding on your kitchen cabinets. This video explains how installing the molding can help increase the value of your home.

How To: Solder a copper pipe for home improvement repairs

Soldering copper pipes is an important skill for many home improvement projects. Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com shows you how to solder copper pipes to get a water tight seal.

How To: Drill hard steel

Tim Carter shows you how to drill holes using the correct bits and oil to drill through steel and sheet metal. Watch this video for the best results.

How To: Cut a straight line

Knowing how to cut a straight line is essential for most projects. AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter demonstrates one technique for cutting a straight line. With his tips, you'll have no problem getting perfect cuts every time.

How To: Position crown molding in a miter saw for perfect cuts

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder, demonstrates how to position crown molding in a miter saw for perfect cuts every time.

How To: Connect wooden beams

Tim Carter explains how wood ceiling beams need to be through bolted when they are connected. This is a very informative video that will bring the best results.

How To: Dress up a valley roof flashing

Tim Carter shows you how to dress up valley roof flashings so that they blend into your roof. Watch this video will make any valley roof flashing look much better.

How To: Install a vapor barrier

Tim Carter shares some insights about vapor barriers and how to install them on your next project. This easy-to-understand video will show how to install new water infiltration barriers which will protect your house.

How To: Install a French cleat

A French cleat can be used to handle almost any heavy object. AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter demonstrates how to make a French cleat and install it. The basic French cleat principles he demonstrates can be applied to numerous other jobs.

How To: Install and insulate your exterior door

Exterior door insulation is essential to keep out the elements. Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com walks you through the steps to ensure that your exterior door is insulated properly. Your exterior door will be sealed tight if you follow Tim's insulation tips about fiberglass insulation, spray foam insulation and flashing tape.

How To: Install non-woven wallpaper

Non-woven wallpaper is easy to install and it's reusable. Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com explains how this cool wallpaper is different because it doesn't expand when the adhesive contacts the paper backing. These new non-woven wallpapers are huge time savers because there is no need to pre-paste a sheet of paper and book it while you work on another piece.

How To: Apply wood putty properly

Tim Carter shows you how to get a perfect finish when using wood putty and carpenters wood filler on stained wood. Tim specifically explains how wood putty comes in different colors and you can mix them to get the correct color match. Short video, but well-instructed.

How To: Install crown molding easily

Installing crown molding is easy with a few tips. AsktheBuilder host Tim Carter shares some tips to make installing crown molding easy. It really can be simple to get perfect cuts each time.

How To: Finish drywall

Tim Carter demonstrates how to finish drywall. If you follow his tips, you'll have no trouble with your drywall installation. Great video for the beginner drywall finisher.

How To: Repair basement floor cracks

Tim Carter demonstrates the right way to cure basement floor cracks and cracks in other concrete floors. This is an informative, step-by-step video.

How To: Install a 3 way switch

Installing a 3 way switch can be simple with advice from Tim Carter. He'll walk you through wiring 3 way switches, showing you which wires go where so you'll have no trouble with your 3 way switch wiring.

How To: Build a trellis

Tim Carter shares one simple method to build a trellis for your garden. In just a few minutes you'll have a hand-made trellis to use as you please.

How To: Use foam insulation

Tim Carter explains how to insulate with this do it yourself spray foam insulation. Watch video for best results.

How To: Repair rusted metals

Tim Carter shares some tips and rust repair tools to help you keep your metal rust free. Very informative and educational video.

How To: Using wood conditioner and sealant

Tim Carter demonstrates why it's a must to use wood sealant before staining soft wood.

How To: Fit crown molding into a corner

Cutting crown molding is simple with these tips from Tim Carter. Your crown molding will easily fit any inside or outside corner if you follow Tim's tips. Simple crown molding will be even easier and complex crown molding will be doable.

How To: Use sanded grout

Tim Carter demonstrates how to work with sanded grout for filling the large gaps between slate, stone and glass block. Excellent display of the step-by-step grouting process.

How To: Prevent roof moss and algae

Check out this very cool way to prevent a build up of roof moss and algae. Use copper.

How To: Remove a broken light bulb

In this video, learn how to remove a broken light bulb with a potato. Really! Grab a little potato.

How To: Change the oil filter on your boiler or furnace

Watch this video to learn how to change the oil filter on your boiler or furnace.

How To: Remove your exterior door

Removing exterior doors aren't as hard as you might think. Tim Carter takes you step-by-step through the process of taking out an exterior door. His tips will help you get the job done quicker and easier, while minimizing possible mistakes so you can install a new exterior door with minimal difficulty.