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The Fine Homebuilding Podcast

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast is all about answering YOUR construction, design, and building science questions. From foundation waterproofing to roof flashing, we take on your building, remodeling and design challenges with the know-how of North America"s most-trusted home building brand. -- Every Friday, we discuss listener questions and offer advice following best-practice building techniques and principles. We love hearing from you, so if you have a question or project you want us to dig into,

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46:17

#680: Knob and Tube Wiring, Vapor Movement, and...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2025/04/11

Derek shares thoughts on waterproofing shower panels. Kerry has favorite corded and cordless tools. Matt asks if knob and tube wiring is safe. Neils is wrapping his head around air leaks and vapor diffusion. Dale asks why Grant hates gutter covers. Tune in to Episode 680 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Making custom shower panels watertight What to do when you find knob and tube wiring Do gutter covers cause more problems than they solve Have a question or topic you

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#677: Live from the Builders' Show-Part 1

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2025/03/21

Experience the best of the International Builders' Show with the FHB Podcast. Recorded live at the Construction Performance Zone with the BS and Beer crew, the Podcast discusses new products and trends, how to get the most out of the show and fun things to see and do at the nation's biggest residential construction show. Tune in to Episode 677 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Cool things to see at the Builders' Show How to stay infomed of building best-practice New design

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45:42

#672: Fixing Rot, Shower Panels, and Managing People

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2025/02/14

Ian and Grant share photos of rotted walls found during remodeling. Patrick asks for good building news. Anne wonders who can install the custom shower panels in her new bath. The crew talks about preventing people problems when building houses. Tune in to Episode 672 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Fixing found rot when remodeling Installing composite shower panels Preventing problems when 80 people are involved in a build Have a question or topic you want us to talk

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44:22

#670: Fostering Trade Careers, Flashing Windows,...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2025/01/31

Rebecca wonders if her window flashing is correct and how homeowners know they’re getting good trade work. New FHB editor Grant asks about how to get post-frame posts out of the ground. Tune in to Episode 670 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: · Starting a SPARK event in your community · What is the right way to flash windows and does anyone bother? · Building a long-lasting post-frame building. Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on

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44:30

#668: Attic Insulation, DIY Manual J, and Attaching...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2025/01/17

The crew bats about ideas on insulating attic living space and offer opinions on fastening extension jambs. Kieth has a good suggestion for getting into the construction business and doing good work. Tune in to Episode 668 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Getting a good trade job Insulation in attic living spaces The best ways to fasten custom extension jambs Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com. ➡️ Check

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47:03

#667: Old House Experts, Making More Headroom, and...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2025/01/10

Carol Ann says most contractors don’t understand old houses. Mike, Brian and Patrick talk about moving collar ties and making an efficient home shop. Tune in to Episode 667 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: · Finding a contractor who knows about old houses · Adding headroom in attic living spaces · Creating an effcient and useful home shop Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.

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48:11

#665: Rough Concrete, Good Workwear, and Framing a...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2025/01/03

The crew hears a tale of hand-digging a deeper foundation and toss out ideas for fixing rough concrete, before discussing the perfect workwear. Tune in to Episode 664 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: · Solutions for a rough concrete slab · The best for workwear in all seasons · Framing energy- and resource-efficient buildings Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com. ➡️➡️ Check Out the

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40:34

#664: Best of FHB Podcast, Volume 8

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/12/27

In this best-of show the crew talks about pier foundations, shingle lifespan, training new carpenters, brick sidewalks, and rooftop decks. Tune in to Episode 665 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Foundations for a rustic cabin How to train apprentices The right way to waterproof a rooftop deck 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 665 ➡️ Learn about Framing

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45:02

#661: Clever Shop Storage, Breaking in to...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/12/06

Richard shares his amazing home shop and break-down work bench. The crew talks about ways to accurately bend flashing without a brake and how to buy a used metal brake. Fireman and owner/builder Mike is considering a construction career. An anonymous listener thinks metal connectors often have the wrong nails. Mike, Ian and Patrick talk about decorative shingling, home internet services, and good reasons for an energy audit. Tune in to Episode 661 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more

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38:50

#658: Catching Crickets, Membrane Roofs, and...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/11/15

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

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43:04

#657: Affordable New Builds, Backfilling Foundations,...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/11/08

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

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39:15

#656: Home Shops, Basement Wall Insulation, and...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/11/01

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

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40:54

#654: Functional Shutters, Attic AC, and Lime Wash...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/10/18

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

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39:34

#652: Tool Batteries, Moldy Sheathing Behind Brick,...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/10/04

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.

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45:29

#651: Pretty Good Houses, Replacing Inset Windows,...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/09/27

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

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49:59

#649: Sealed Crawlspaces, Problem Porches, and AC in...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/09/13

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.

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48:23

#648: Vent-Free Dryers, Retaining Walls, and Energy...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/09/06

Listeners write in about English spray foam and wonky doors and ask questions about vent-free dryers, retaining walls, and home energy use.

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42:39

#647: Sealing Can Lights, Porch Conversions, and...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/08/30

Listeners write in about opera and keeping young by building and ask questions about leaky light fixtures, porch conversions, and installing wood siding.

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43:57

#645: Suspect Chimneys, Black Windows, and Worries...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/08/16

Listeners write in about condensing dryers, giant gears, and saggy doors. They ask questions about chimney safety, longevity of black windows, and rot-resistant assemblies.

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49:32

#644: High Indoor Humidity, Underfloor HVAC Returns,...

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast ·

2024/08/09

Listeners write in about changing careers and organizing volunteer builders and ask questions about high humidity, underfloor cooling, and removing ceiling texture.

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