Mason Mark McCullough explains why homeowners are afraid of trying their hands at masonry projects and why he thinks they can handle it. Mark explains the most common fears and misconceptions about masonry and a helpful outlook on overcoming them.
Next, Mark takes us on a house call to help a homeowner extend her front walkway to her driveway. After Mark sources some matching materials, the two work together to branch off the existing walkway, creating an additional path leading to the driveway. They lay cobblestones, spread pea gravel, and lay large bluestone pavers to complete the look.
Next, we meet host Kevin O’Connor back at the shop as he gets a primer on furnace maintenance from plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey. Richard first explains to Kevin how a furnace works before explaining the different checkpoints that an HVAC technician would use to check the furnace. After that, Richard shows Kevin the dangerous conditions that can exist if the furnace isn’t serviced by a professional at least once a year.
Finally, we follow carpenter Nathan Gilbert on a road trip to Texas where he helps a homeowner organize her garage. After the homeowner explains that she has six kids’ worth of toys in her garage space, Nathan decides to set up a track system with adjustable storage. The pair get to work attaching brackets for shelving, bikes, ladders, and tools, helping to organize the space for its best use.
Mark McCullough’s Approach to Masonry
Mason Mark McCullough explains why homeowners are afraid of trying their hands at masonry projects and why he thinks they can handle it. Mark explains the most common fears and misconceptions about masonry and a helpful outlook on overcoming them.
How To Install a Pea Stone Walkway
Mark extends a pea stone walkway to make a connection between an existing walkway and
driveway.
Where to find it?
To get started Mark uses landscape string and stakes to outline the desired width of the walkway. This ensures the walkway is square from the house. After digging down about 4 inches with shovels, lay down landscaping fabric. Landscape fabric is setting a nice bed for the pea stone gravel and is a sustainable way to keep weeds away. Once the walkway is prepped, dig a trench bed to lay the cobblestone. The trench should be 2-3 inches wider than the intended border. (cobblestone around 9”x5”). Instead of doing a complete dry lay, Mark opts to use a small amount of mortar to give the cobblestone some reinforcement.
Why is Furnace Maintenance Important?
Richard emphasizes the importance of a yearly service call for furnaces and AC units and what
to expect from technicians when they come.
How To Organize a Shed
Carpenter Nathan Gilbert helps a homeowner take her cluttered, messy shed and completely organize it using a customizable shelving and storage system.
Where to find it?
Nathan installs a storage track system in a shed for a Texas homeowner. Nathan explains there are many organizational track systems available on the market. He suggests considering what you’re storing and how often you’ll need to access the items being stored before deciding on a system.
Original Air Date: Mar 23 2023, Season 21; Ep. 15 23:42