The Fine Homebuilding Podcast

Ken describes the efficiency of common residential humidification systems. Bob reminds us about concrete igloos. Miranda asks the Podcast what has changed in residential construction since the first episodes. Grant talks about a new category of quieter impact driver called hydraulic or oil-impulse drivers. 
Tune in to Episode 746 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 
The energy consumption of steam humidifiers 
The pros and cons of hydraulic impact drivers 
Changes in residential construction over the last 10 years 
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Dack says we should reconsider our endorsement of LP SmartSide. Josh suggests we come up with a better name for water vapor. John wonders how to insulate his concrete garage ceiling. Keegan shares a tale sizing a heating and cooling system using AI. 
Tune in to Episode 745 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 
The environmental tradeoffs of engineered wood siding
How to insulate a garage ceiling that's made from poured concrete.  
The challenges of sizing heating and cooling equipment
Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.  
 
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Welcome to the Fine Homebuilding podcast, our weekly discussion of building, remodeling, and design topics aimed at anybody who cares deeply about the craft and science of working on houses. In Episode 744, our best-of show, the Podcast crew revisits some of their favorite segments.
Tune in to Episode 744 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 
How to asses leaks behind stucco
Building a "fine" home on a tight budget
The difference between cabinet saws and portable job-site saws
Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.
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John says that listening the FHB Podcast has him mildly terrorized. Bob wonders about using a post and manufactured earth anchor for raising his bat house. Paul is concerned that his old building's bricks are unsound. Zak asks if we know about Top Star shim screws. Special guest Josh Edmonds and Ian Schwandt discuss Josh's Fine Homebuilding Summit class before helping help Patrick address listener feedback and answer their questions.  
 
Tune in to Episode 743 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 
Getting overwhelmed with Building Science 
Do dusty bricks in a masonry building mean trouble
The pros and cons of Top Star shim screws for doors and windows
Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.  
 
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David describes an audacious tool thief and shares insights into the best clear finishes.  Tom asks Ian if he can provide sources to further his research about trade craft and guilds in Colonial America. Anna wonders is she can safely change the design of Mike Guertin's scaffold. Chris seeks advice about building a modular house on a wet site in Texas. 
Tune in to Episode 742 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 
Durable, easy-to-renew clear finishes 
Mike Guertin's A-frame scaffolding 
Building a modular home on a wet site using helical piers
Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.  
 
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➡️ Learn about Right Sizing Mechanicals with Allison Bailes
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