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• #689: Basement Garages, Compact ERVs, and Safer Paint Stripper

  Greg describes radon control system for a stone foundation. Ground water and radon expert Guy describes a typical radon-control system. Matt asks how to improve the airtightness of his basement garage. Alec asks about spot ERVs. The crew talks about recent changes to paint stripper formulas.      Tune in to Episode 689 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  Controlling radon in new and old houses   Effective air-sealing and insulation for tuck-under garages  Are safer paint strippers as effective as methylene chloride  Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 689 ➡️ Learn about the Fine Homebuilding Summitt ➡️ 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.

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• #688: Obstructed Ridge Vent, Buying Fixer-Uppers, and Flashing Ledgers

  Steve describes the problems and fixes for masonry chimneys. Alex thinks his ridge vent is mistakenly blocked. Jordan and Katherine ask about buying fixer-uppers. Kerry wonders if he should flash a deck ledger with a drainage space.   Brain and Ian help Patrick answer listener questions about vapor retarders under ridge vents, potential profits and pitfalls from fixer-uppers, and best practice for flashing ledgers spaced from the wall for drainage.       Tune in to Episode 688 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Should there be a vapor- or air-control material under ridge vents Buying a new home far from your current home  Do you need flashing when deck ledgers have drainage spaces  Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 688 ➡️ Sign up for an All Access Membership or the  2024 Fine Homebuilding Archive ➡️ 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.

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• #687: Flat roofs, Spray Foam vs. Loose-Fill Insulation, and Building Cabinets

  Connor shares his final blower door numbers. Ryan has an FHB Project Guide idea. Josh wonders about the right roof for his Queen’s row house. Jim says prospective contractors all want to use spray foam. Patrick asks about building your own cabinets.   Grant, Ian and Patrick talk about the challenges of roof work in a busy city, choosing the right insulation for new builds and the challenges and payoff of building your own kitchen cabinets and built-ins.       Tune in to Episode 687 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  The materials and methods for replacing a flat roof in an urban setting  The merits and pitfalls of spray foam insulation  Building your own frameless and face-frame cabinets   Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 687 ➡️ Sign up for an All Access Membership or the  2024 Fine Homebuilding Archive ➡️ 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.

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• #686: Brick Steps, Ground-Source Heat Pumps, and Greenhouses in Nova Scotia

  John reminds the Podcast that not too long ago FHB magazine commonly had fireplace ads. Michael thinks bionic arms can help with drywall sanding. Austin asks for advice on building brick steps. Alex wonders if a ground-source heat pump is right for his new house. George asks about a foundation for a greenhouse.   Tune in to Episode 686 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  Will forgoing a fireplace sacrifice marital bliss Where you can learn more about brick steps in FHB The pros and cons of ground-source heat pumps  Shallow foundations for outbuildings Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 686 ➡️ Sign up for Fine Homebuilding All Access ➡️ 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.

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• #685: Patching Drywall, Adding Air Barriers, and Rotting Walls

  Pel says shares a NY Times story describing the challenges of being a legit contractor.   Eric asks how to fix the drywall above his shower unit. Chris wonders if there’s an easy way to add an air barrier above his tongue-and-groove ceiling. Mike is trying to fix a wall rotted by a patio poured against it.    Tune in to Episode 685 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  How to patch drywall subject to wetting Stopping air movement through a paneled ceiling Hot to fix a wall that with concrete poured against it  Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 685 ➡️ Sign up for Fine Homebuilding All Access ➡️ 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.

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