Job Site Diaries

Quiet Plumbing Pipes
Have you ever heard the embarrassing sound of a toilet fish in the middle of a dinner party? Here's the way to eliminate that!
How Quiet is a Mitsubishi VRF AC Compressor?
Has a noisy AC Compressor outside a bedroom window ever bothered you? Mitsubishi claims to make the quietest AC Compressor on the market. Let's test and see if their claim…
Squeak-Free Floors: 3 Tips for Strong Subfloors
Best practice combines good engineered joists, high-quality subflooring, and a strong subfloor adhesive.
PL400 vs DAP SmartBond SubFloor Glue Strength Test
PL400 has been the gold standard in SubFloor glue for years, but is it the best choice for Advantech Decking? Watch me put these two glues to the test.
Joe Lstiburek’s “Perfect Wall” explained – The 500 Year House
I'm a huge fan of Building Science teacher Joe Lstiburek and I'm finally building my first house with his "Perfect Wall" concept. Join me as I explain this theory for…
Simple Recessed Medicine Cabinet
This simple medicine cabinet is recessed flush into the wall. Simple, yes but it takes a Craftsmen to pull off crisp details. Watch this video for some tips for your…
The 4 Major Window Frame Types – Southern US recommendations
The 4 major window frame materials are Vinyl, Fiberglass/Composite, Aluminum, & Wood. In this video we will discuss the pros/cons of each type along with my recommendations for the Hot/Humid…
Revolutionary New HVAC Equipment – A Split Dehumidifier!
I'd venture to guess that most houses in the Southern US aren't very comfortable. They are either too cold or too hot! The missing component in HVAC is Dehumidification. Ultra-Aire…
Temporary Job Site Power Box – Plans to build your own
Have you ever been frustrated by a lack of power available at your job sites? Look no further than this custom designed Temp Power Box to handle all your needs.…
Demystifying Window Labels – SHGC? U-Factor?
Learn to decipher the codes on the window labels, and know what stats to look for in a good window (and what meets current building codes). In this video I'll…

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