The Fine Homebuilding Podcast - Fine Homebuilding Magazine

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#598: Stone Foundations, Failing Stucco, and Comfortable Garages Sep 22, 2023

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The crew hears from listeners about WRBs, Brian's porch piers, and hidden costs of construction. Discussion questions include tightening a stone foundation, stucco on straw bales, and low-buck energy upgrades.

#597: Fish-Mouthed Sheathing Tape, Window Installation, and Flashing a Bay Window Sep 15, 2023

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The crew hears from listeners about manufactured houses and DIY lighting with LEDs. Discussion questions include unstuck flashing tape, sealing the bottom of new windows, and EV chargers.

#596: Broken Trusses, Frost-Protected Foundations, and Air-Control Methods Sep 08, 2023

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The crew hears from listeners about affordable net-zero, roofing underlayment, and garage separation. Discussion questions include fixing trusses, frost-protected foundations, and air-control strategies.

#595: Raised Floor Systems, Carriage House Conversion, and LED Strip Lighting Sep 01, 2023

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Listeners share thoughts on condensate drains, fake shutters, and silicosis. The crew takes questions on insulating a floor system, converting a former storage building to living space, and how to use LED strip lighting.

#594: PRO TALK with Contractor Andy Steele and Student Jude Griffin Aug 29, 2023

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In the final episode of Pro Talk, Ian, Andy, and Jude talk about engaging with young adults to foster an interest in the building trades from the perspectives of the contractor and of the apprentice.

#593: Steamy Bedrooms, Windows and WRBs, and Weird Weatherstripping Aug 25, 2023

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The crew hears from listeners about sound attenuation, plumbing, and LED lighting. Discussion questions include high-humidity spaces, best building practices, and garage-door weatherstripping.

#592: PRO TALK With Insurance Adjuster Josh Zoller Aug 22, 2023

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Ian and Josh talk about managing risk in the built environment and how Josh's vocation as an insurance adjuster has influenced the design of the home he is building for his family.

#591: Tightening a Shop, Dealing with Popcorn Ceilings, and Problems with Modular Homes Aug 18, 2023

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Listeners share their thoughts on storm shutters, LED light solutions, ERVs vs. HRVs, and contractor licensing. The crew takes questions on writing good contracts, testing DWV systems, and common problems with modular homes.

#590: PRO TALK With Operating Engineer Trainer John Klabacka Aug 15, 2023

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Ian talks to John Klabacka of Associated Training Services in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin about training the next generation of crane and heavy-equipment operators, and jobsite safety.

#589: Metal-Roof Upgrade, Attic Conversions, and Construction Trade Shows Aug 11, 2023

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Dan Kolbert shares his thoughts on cordless power tools and batteries. Jeff suggests curbside pickup. Chris shows us a good-looking drop ceiling. Bill is contemplating a roof and insulation upgrade. Evan is considering an attic-to-living-space conversion. Felix asks about pocket screws for framing. Wade wants to know which construction trade shows he should visit.

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