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This shake siding has been neglected for decades. The cost to replace it exceeds $10,000. It could have been maintained for pennies on the dollar over the years. Copyright 2026 Tim Carter

House Maintenance Ignorance - Doing So Costs $$$

I shared with you last week that my youngest daughter is trying to purchase a home. She’s looking in cen...


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This massive hole is obvious. But how many subtle defects will you miss when looking at a house for sale? Copyright 2026 Tim Carter

House Inspection Checklist - Mine Can Save You Big $$$

This column could save you, or a loved one, tens of thous...


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The person who tried to patch this concrete foundation either didn’t care and/or didn’t bother to research how to achieve professional results. Copyright 2026 Tim Carter

Concrete Foundation Patch Repair

Several nights ago, I helped launch a floating paper lantern with my granddaughter, my daughter, and my lovely wife. It was just after sun...


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AquiPor Porous Concrete Questions - Only Time Will Tell

I received an email from Greg Johnson on September 16, 2026. His signature tag indicated he was the CEO and Co-Founder of Aquipor. Here's what he sent me:
Hi ,

I wanted to invite you to a small technical session I’m hosting for people in the concrete, infrastructure, and related industries.

AquiPor ha...


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