Doug Horgan

Doug Horgan is vice president of best practices at BOWA, a Washington, D.C.–area custom home-building and remodeling firm. In this role, Doug uses his 35 years of carpentry experience to troubleshoot and prevent construction problems. Doug is a regular contributor to the Journal of Light Construction, Green Building Advisor, and Fine Homebuilding and has been a presenter at JLC Live, NESEA Building Energy, and the Passive House Institute-US Conference.

PT Ain’t What It Used to Be
Newer pressure treatments don't offer the same rot and decay resistance. Follow these simple strategies to give outdoor lumber its best chance of survival.
10 Dos and Don’ts for Electric In-Floor Heat
Avoid costly mistakes and failure-prone fixes with these in-floor heat best practices for bathrooms.
How To Prevent Spray-Foam Problems
Prep the space, test the equipment, keep the subcontractors happy, and verify coverage to get your money's worth when installing polyurethane foam insulation.
Get Insider Information on Temperature, Humidity, and Airflow
Humidity and temperature data-logging sensors can tell you what's happening inside the house at odd hours or over long periods.
The Diagnostic Benefits of Smart Thermostats
More than just convenient home tech, these devices also provide invaluable troubleshooting data for HVAC installers and servicepeople.
Wet-Room Drainage
When you combine a freestanding tub and a curbless shower, use these strategies to reduce the water load in vulnerable areas.
Job-Site Protection
Remodeling experts Doug Horgan and Tom Johnston demonstrate the methods and materials they use to keep every surface in a client's house clean and safe.

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