Charles is an Expert Reviewer for Doityourself.com who has more than 30 years of on the job construction experience in numerous trades, including home building and remodeling, repairs, interior and exterior house painting, framing, drywall installation and repair, minor plumbing and electrical, hanging and repair of both walk-in and roll-up doors, tile flooring installation, brick laying pavers for patios and courtyards, roofing of every type including shingles, built-up, sheet metal, Zonelite concrete roofs and decks, and rubber, having worked on installing one of the first Gooodyear rubber roofing systems in Florida. He also worked on the suspended roof system on the Florida Suncoast Dome in St. Petersburg.
Charles is a highly experienced equipment operator of Bobcats, backhoes, D-9 front end loader, hydraulic cranes, GRT piledriver, concrete saws, regular and extended reach forklifts, and he has operated a working barge on Tampa Bay and the Intercoastal Waterway as a Marine Construction sub-contractor building custom docks. Charles has vast experience in housekeeping in private home, medical facilities, business offices, restaurant, heavy industrial, and hotel-motel settings. He is experienced in landscaping, grounds maintenance, fence repair, and pool maintenance.
Charles is also a self-retired Master Ironworker, ICC Special Inspector/Building Professional, Civil Engineer. Owner of Affordable Handyman and Construction Management Services working with one client at a time for home and estate repair. Since 2013. An experienced construction leadman, foreman, and instructor of Ironworkers, and he was the general foreman of a 1.12 mw solar farm project in Chowchilla, California in 2016
Charles Ramos, Jr holds a degree in housekeeping from Alexander Training School of Alexander, Arkansas since 1977.
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How to Install a Plastic Vapor Barrier in Your Crawl Space
Reduce hazards like mold and water damage....
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6 Tips for Aligning a Sliding Patio Door
A sliding patio door's a wonderful way to enhance your home....
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How to Paint Exterior Brick
From pressure washing, to sealing and painting....
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Finishing Hardwood Floors 2 - Checklist
Here are the tools you need for hardwood floors....
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How to Prevent Corrosion in a Steam Humidifier
Proper cleaning and maintenance are necessary....
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How to Repair a Pool Vacuum Hose
A clogged or damaged pool vacuum hose can be a nightmare....
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How to Properly Use a Deck Stain Sprayer
Make quick work of staining....
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How to Level a Door Frame
When installing a frame, it's critical to make it square....
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How to Build a Pool Screen Enclosure
Enjoy your swim without insect friends....
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How to Install Metal Siding
Create a new look and protection for your home's exterior....
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How to Reinforce Wooden Stair Rails
Wood stair rails, like metal ones, tend to come loose....
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How to Repair Water-Damaged Sheetrock
Water-damaged drywall is hard to repair and time-consuming....
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How to Remove a Metal Carport in 5 Steps
Removing a metal carport is an easy process....
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How To Protect Your Fireplace Mantel
Your fireplace mantel needs to be protected....
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How to Build a Kids Drawing Table
A drawing table is appreciated by kids of all ages....
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Replace Drawer Glides in 5 Steps
Don't let problematic glides frustrate you!...
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What Makes Pergo Flooring Different
Pergo flooring is a commercial name for laminate flooring....
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How to Install a Chair Rail
Do you have a room in your house that needs an upgrade?...
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Installing Garage Floor Insulation
Insulate for warmth and comfort....
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How to Grout Bathroom Tile
Applying grout is a vital part of the bathroom tile process....
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How to Install a Threshold Ramp for Wheelchair Accessibility
With some doorways, wheelchairs will need a threshold ramp....
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How to Create Attic Storage Above Your Garage
If you have a garage, you might want attic storage above it....
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How to Install a Turbine Roof Vent
It keeps your home cool....
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How to Calculate Roof Truss Loads
Make sure your roof trusses are constructed correctly....
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How to Choose a Toilet for Your Bathroom
Choosing the best toilet for your bathroom....
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How to Butt Floor Tile against Wall Tile
Putting floor tile and wall tile up against each other....
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Home Door Security: How To Prevent Break-Ins
Door provide safety when adequately equipped....
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4 Essential Pet Door Replacement Parts
Give Fido consistent access to the great outdoors....
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Installing a Recessed Toilet Paper Holder the Fast Way
Change the look and function of this little convenience....
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How to Fit a Bathroom Pedestal Sink
Compliment a small space or minimalist design....
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How to Paint an Aluminum Garage Door
Have it looking as good as new in no time....
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How to Plan Your Wood Stair Construction
Undertaking a wood stair construction can be complex....
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How to Paint a Wood Porch Railing
Brush up your barriers....
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How to Make a Refrigerator Door Handle Cover
It prevents fingerprints....
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How to Install Clay Roof Tiles
Follow these steps to install clay roof tiles yourself....
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Hardwood vs. Engineered Flooring
A happy medium between solid hardwood and laminate?...
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Transform Your Door into a Dutch Door
A Dutch door is an attractive option for any door....
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How to Build Window Seat Storage Cabinets
Window seat storage is ideally suited to any room....
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How To Build A Sod Roof
This radical green option has become a popular choice....
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How to Maintain a Home Backup Generator
A home backup generator can be very useful during blackouts....
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How to Make a Threshold Ramp with Wood
Add access with some classic materials....
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How to Make Leather Swivel Bar Stools
Add modern sophistication to your bar or kitchen counter....
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How to Install Drain and Supply Lines to a Clawfoot Tub
Steps to connect a drain and supply line to a clawfoot tub....
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How to Find Discount Vinyl Siding Products and Services
Discount vinyl siding can be found in many different places....
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How to Design Plumbing for Wet Bars
Wet bars are great for entertaining....
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How to Grout Mosaic Tiles
Grouting a unique tile design like mosaic can be tricky....
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Fieldstone Wall Construction: Mistakes to Avoid
It's a bit more than simply stacking rocks....
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Garage Roof Replacement: 3 Mistakes to Avoid
This may or may not be a DIY option for you....
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Concrete Pool Repair in 6 Steps
Keep your cool with these basic pool repair tips....
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Clear Wood Finish: Varnish vs Oil
It’s important to protect your wood from the elements....