The Fine Homebuilding Podcast - Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Latest Episodes:

#658: Catching Crickets, Membrane Roofs, and Insulating Stone Foundations Nov 15, 2024

Show notes

The FHB crew talks about hunting down noisy insect, the pros and cons of rubber and PVC roofs and insulating them without creating problems. They also discuss insulating and waterproofing stone foundations.

Tune in to Episode 658 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

A simple method for catching indoor crickets
Insulation strategies for EPDM and PVC membrane roofs
How to install insulation on a stone foundation

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 658

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#657: Affordable New Builds, Backfilling Foundations, and Peeling Paint Nov 08, 2024

Show notes

Builders Mike Guertin and Ian Schwandt help the FHB Podcast answer complex questions about affordable new construction, proper compaction around new foundations, and how to deal with peeling paint on a mountainside masonry wall.

Tune in to Episode 657 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

Strategies for making new homes affordable
Properly compacting backfill around a new foundation for a patio
Water movement through masonry and controlling peeling paint

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 657

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#656: Home Shops, Basement Wall Insulation, and Forming a Slab Nov 01, 2024

Show notes

Listeners share their home shop ideas. The crew answers questions about insulating above-grade basement walls and how to form and insulate the edges of a building slab.

Tune in to Episode 656 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

Tips and tricks for a productive home shop
How to insulate basement walls with rigid insulation
Edge insulation and form work for a thickened-edge slab

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: Episode 656

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#655: Engineer's Approval, Subfloor Dehumidification, and Basement Window Headers Oct 25, 2024

Show notes

Brian, Ian and Patrick hear from listeners and answer building questions. Does it make sense to dehumidify under a basement subfloor? Do basement windows need a header?

Tune in to Episode 655 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

How engineers test structures
Does active dehumidification of a basement subfloor make sense
Do basement windows need a header

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes:

*insert link to podcast episode page*

➡️ E-Learning Sketchup for Builders by Jon Beer

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#654: Functional Shutters, Attic AC, and Lime Wash Recipes Oct 18, 2024

Show notes

The Podcast crew talk about the beauty and benefits of functional shutters. Matt shows us how to save wildlife from window wells. Richard explains how to improve attic air handlers and ductwork. Matt Millham shares his favorite lime wash recipe.

Tune in to Episode 654 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

Mike talks about how shutters protect homes from sun and storms
Richard talks about the best way to run HVAC in unconditioned attics
Matt explains how Ann Arbor is requiring home energy ratings at resale
Mixing your own lime wash for masonry

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 654

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#653: Kitchen Design Rules, Insulating Outdoor Columns, and Vapor Retarders Oct 11, 2024

Show notes

Peri, who is having a disagreement with a coworker, asks the Podcast about insulating structural columns for an elevated deck.

The FHB Podcast crew talks about getting kitchen design help from multiple designers. Peri asks if there's any reason to insulate hollow porch columns and address walls. Robert has been house shopping in the Bay Area and every real estate inspection indicates problem vapor barriers.

Tune in to Episode 653 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

Kitchen design rules for tight budgets
Decks structure and Canadian stair design
Where to put vapor retarders in mixed climates

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@finehomebulding.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 653

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#652: Tool Batteries, Moldy Sheathing Behind Brick, and Rebuilding Decks Oct 04, 2024

Show notes

This week's favorite question comes from Jim who asks on Fine Homebuilding's forum if he can replace rotted pressure-treated decking or does he have to rebuild the whole deck.

The FHB Podcast crew talks about cross-compatibility of power tool batteries. Contractor Evan in Dallas is asking how to replace moldy sheathing behind brick without removing the brick. The crew offers their best suggestions and discuss the importance of managing vapor drive behind brick or other reservoir claddings.

Tune in to Episode 652 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

Power tool battery pack construction and cross-compatibility
Deck construction and durability of pressure-treated lumber
Brick veneer vapor control and moldy framing and sheathing

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 652

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#651: Pretty Good Houses, Replacing Inset Windows, and Talking Shops Sep 27, 2024

Show notes

The Podcast question of the week comes from Chris, who asks about the best way to install inset windows so they're easy to replace when the time comes.

We also hear from Superspeeder on YouTube who wants more details on Ian's Pretty Good House. Finally, Matthew asks if you need an air barrier behind board ceilings and wall paneling.

Tune in to Episode 651 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

What makes a Pretty Good House
The basics on inset window installations
Cool ideas for a home shop and shop techniques for the job site

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 651

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer,the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen

#650: Missing Air Barriers, Bridge in a Barn, and Challenges of Exterior Insulation Sep 20, 2024

Show notes

The Podcast question of the week comes from Tyler, who is building a bridge from native lumber over his hogs.

We also hear from Dan Kolbert of Kolbert Building and coauthor of Pretty Good House. Dan shares thoughts on sustainable building. Finally, Matthew asks if you need an air barrier behind board ceiling and wall paneling.

Tune in to Episode 650 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

The importance of drywall or another air barrier behind tongue-and-groove boards
How to build a boardwalk using native, locally sawn lumber
The advantages and challenges of installing exterior insulation

Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 650

➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer,the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding

➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:

Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

#649: Sealed Crawlspaces, Problem Porches, and AC in Attics Sep 13, 2024

Show notes

Listeners write in about trade work and deck longevity and ask questions about sealing crawlspaces, transitions where masonry meets framing, and vented attics with AC ductwork.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast – Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected