Brandon Gillis Carpentry

Tip Tuesday: putting deadman’s in your retaining walls will help keep it straight and keep it from collapsing from the weight of your backfill

Tip Tuesday: sorry it’s a bit late, but here’s a quick tip on how to find the studs when nailing baseboard without using a stud finder.

Tip Tuesday: forgot it was tip Tuesday because of the long weekend, soooo here’s another goofy dance video;)

Tip Tuesday: after pouring a garage slab, leave you 2x6 bulkhead on until ready for the driveway in order to preserve and protect the concrete lip

Tip Tuesday: just a quick little how to on making a nice seam with your drip flashing.

Tip Tuesday: leave screws going into wall anchors half way out for easy inserting of your other screws .

Tip Tuesday : always make sure you have enough clearance for top loading washers and dryers

Tip Tuesday: gable siding made quick and easy. An efficient way to reach the peak of your gable.

Tip Tuesday: a simple trick that anybody can do easily to get rid of the unwanted jiggle in doors when closed!

Tip Tuesday: when cutting and installing vinyl siding, allow 1/4 of play on both sides to allow for expansion and contraction and shifting.

Tip Tuesday: simple trick to make a crowned 2x4 straight for when you fasten it to your stud

When it’s pouring rain outside yet still a beautiful day because you have inside work!! VICTORY!

Tip Tuesday: going the extra step for your painter will always be well received and speed things up a bit for them!

Tip Tuesday: use painters tape when have to cut a finished product, such as a door, in order to avoid chipping. Keep in mind your blade should still be nice and sharp, aswell as a finishing blade.

Tip Tuesday: always get your reps in when the opportunity presents itself! Have fun out there!!

Tip Tuesday: use a jig to set your lengths for efficient cutting of your vinyl soffit

Eye contact is key!

Tip Tuesday: handy trick for installing windows solo!

Tip Tuesday: always make sure to have a little fun now and then at work