Exterior Remodeling Videos

A peaked roof resembles an inverted "V," and it has been used for years by architects to protect against weather elements, such as rain and snow. Learn about the use of the peaked roof in the...

A conoid roof resembles the side of a cone, and it creates a visually dramatic style while being relatively easy to build. Discover how poured concrete or glass reinforced polyester can be used to...

A dormer gable roof has a small roof that juts out at an angle from the existing gable roof, and this is commonly used to provide more usability to an attic space. Learn about different eras and...

The gable roof provides an opportunity to add eye-catching elements to a home, and some decorations that are used include geometric shapes and simple stonework. Find out how weather can damage...

Flat roofs are typically not entirely flat; rather, most flat roofs have a slight pitch so that water will run off in the event of rain or snow. Discover how people use flat roofs to put down top...

A bonnet roof is a type of roof that is characterized by two slopes on four sides of a roof, and the bottom slope is more angular than the top slope. Discover why bonnet roofs are often seen on...

A winged gable roof is a variation of the gable roof style in which the joists continue beyond the edge of the walls. Find out how winged gable roofs are advantageous in climates with a lot of...

A cylindrical paraboloid roof is one in which the roof has a curved dome, and this is often seen in army barracks. Discover how cylindrical paraboloid roofs are great for shedding rain and snow...

The greatest advantage of a gable roof is that it is very common, therefore it is easy and inexpensive to construct. Learn about the structural benefits of gable roofs, and how they are able to...

A butterfly roof is somewhat of an inverted roof in that the outer walls are higher than the center pitch of the roof. Find out how butterfly roofs represent a key architectural element of the...

When attaching tools to rope when repairing the side of a tall building, use very strong tape, but make sure the tools are still usable. Fasten tools to the rope when repairing a tall building in...

When tying main rope to harness when repairing the side of a tall building, make sure the rope is straight and put a ring around it so the safety man will be able to control it. Attach main ropes...

When climbing a tall building to repair the side, make sure to have a safety man to catch and release the rope when you are climbing or coming down. Learn responsibilities of safety man when...

When replacing a pipe on the side of a tall building, make sure the pipe is in position before screwing the bracket into the side of the wall. Replace a pipe on the side of a building when...

When packing the climbing equipment for repairing the side of a tall building, untie any knots in the ropes and stretch them before storing them. Pack up the equipment when repairing a tall...

When repairing the side of a tall building, make sure that the rope is long and strong enough and that is doesn't have any tears. Check the ropes when repairing a tall building with the tips in...

When securing the rope for climbing the side of a tall building, find a stable and strong object on the roof to anchor the rope. Find a secure spot to attach base rope when repairing a tall...

When tying a rope to a secure object on the roof of a tall building, use a figure-eight knot. Secure rope to a roof when repairing a tall building with the tips in this free video on commercial...

When tying a figure-eight knot at the bottom end of a rope attached to the roof of a tall building, use a technique slightly different from the one used to tie the rope to the roof. Learn how to...

When putting on the harness to climb the side of a tall building, take out everything in your pockets and make sure the straps are secure. Find out how to put on a harness when repairing a tall...

To hook rings to a harness for climbing the side of a tall building, make sure all of the rings are firmly attached. Secure a harness when repairing a tall building with the tips in this free...

When tying the safety rope for climbing a tall building, use a safety knot in addition to a figure eight knot. Tie a safety rope when repairing a tall building with the tips in this free video on...

Finishing the stairs when building a new deck requires lining up the stair railing to make sure it's even and securing it with several screws throughout the railing. Complete the last part of a...

Building a deck can be done with several types of wood for the floor planks including cedar, mahogany and driftwood. Depending on the area of the deck, make sure to get the right type of wood for...

Use a traditional board when finishing a deck and cut out notches for the four-by-four posts on each end of the built deck. Cut and measure wood correctly when completing a deck with tips from a...

When building a deck, 20-year composite made from plastic, clay and UB inhibitors are efficient materials for rails and don't need to be measured or screwed in together. Constructing a new railing...

Cut both railing pieces at the same time for a newly built deck and check everything twice to make sure measurements are correct and holes line up. Making a mistake when building a deck can be...

When installing a rail on a newly built deck, put the four-by-four fastened securely into the facial boards and drop the post sleeve over it. Make sure a new deck's rail is sturdy and well done...

Attaching a rail when building a new deck requires sliding the spindles into the holes on the railing holder and carefully lifting the railing and attaching with rail sleeves. Make sure the rail...

When building a deck, try to use metal galvanized brackets to lift deck supports off the ground and prevent water from being leeched by the wood. Install deck supports to withstand wood rot and...

When creating stringers for a newly built deck, measure the first step to the last step and calculate how much space should be between each step. Stringers can be easily built by having the...

When building a deck, stringers need to be measured and leveled before setting them in concrete. Measure the stringers, facing plates and steps for stairs leading to a new deck with tips from a...

When building a deck with steps, stringers are used to support deck stairs and can be cut out of two-by-10s, with outside stringers cut with two two-by-12s. Learn how to make stairs for a new deck...

When finishing stairs while building a new deck, be sure that treads and risers face the correct way and fit properly. Avoid having treads and risers shift when putting screws in on a new deck...

When designing a new deck to build, consider expanding and adding improvements, like putting metal galvanized brackets on posts to keep water from seeping and creating wood rot. Improve the look...

Be sure to split the measurements for stair railings on a newly-built deck to consider the four-by-four post that is going in the middle for support. Posts are important for stability on deck...

When building a deck, stair railings should be slanted when cut to go down the stairs and can be cut three at a time on a miter saw. Learn to cut properly fitting stair railing spindles with a...

Line up the stair railing to make sure it's even when building a new deck, and screw it in until it is secure and safe. Discover how to place a stair railing with a visual example from a deck...

When building a deck, have the right tools such as a flat bar to pry up slim wood, a crowbar to pull up large wood pieces and a skill saw for cutting planks. Keep the right deck building carpentry...

Look for wood rot when doing a deck assessment and place galvanized metal brackets on deck support bottoms. Extend the life of a deck by using the right wood, brackets and treatment with tips from...

Demolition prep for tearing down a deck and building a new one starts with taking the railing and decking off and using a Sawzall to cut the joists in half and pry them down. When demolishing an...

When preparing to build a deck floor, getting all the screws out first makes demolishing the old deck a much simpler task. Make the task of demolition an old deck simple and easy with tips from a...

Burning old wood is permissible with a fire department permit when building a new deck, but the wood has to be raw and untreated. Whether dealing with raw wood or painted and treated wood, learn...

Maximize space with California Closets and Dutch doors. Get tips on these items to create a functional living space from a home staging expert in this free video.

Tempered glass is safe to use because it does not break or shatter. Learn the benefits of tempered glass from a home staging expert in this free video.

Staying up to code during remodeling can be crucial. Get tips about staying in code from a home staging expert in this free video.

Paying attention to final details before finishing can help complete a project. Learn what details to look for from a home staging expert in this free video.

Water damage can ruin any new remodeling project. Learn how to guard your remodel from potential loss from water destruction from a home staging expert in this free video.

Painting, window trim, and flooring are all part of completing your garage remodel. Learn about the importance of properly completing a garage remodel from a home staging expert in this free video.

Use scaffolding to safely drywall your remodeled garage. Get tips on putting drywall in your new room from a home staging expert in this free video.