Job Site Diaries

Hot Water Without Wasting Cold – Metlund D’Mand Pump
How long does it take for your faucet to get hot water? As you wait for that hot water a typical faucet might dump 1-2 gallons of water down the…
How To Work With TimberStrand Headers
Window & door headers are typically a large source of thermal bridging. In this video I'll show you how to frame with TimberStrand engineered headers and easily achieve a well-insulated…
How To Prevent Termite Infestation Using Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel, what builder doesn't love using SS? Check out this video on how to use SS Termite Barriers for a lifetime of protection for Slab Foundations.
“I can’t install this” – Poka-Yoke on the job site
How do you prevent job site mistakes? The Japanese Management Technique of Poka-Yoke of course! See how I use this principle on my jobs to ensure we don't cover up…
Building A Modern Craftsman Staircase
Building an exposed stringer staircase with reclaimed Long Leaf Pine is the job for a Master Carpenter. See my carpenter Darryl build this modern detailed staircase in a 1920's house…
Douglas Fir Stained Siding
How to ensure that your wood stained siding has beauty that endures.
Cheap Tricks for Soundproofing
Soundproofing can be a very expensive addition to the price of construction, but there are some cheap tricks that will make a huge difference for not much cost. In this…
Wood Siding – Best Practice Installation Method
You don't see much real wood siding on houses anymore, but wood can be a durable (and beautiful) option if we take the care to install it correctly. In this…
HVAC Ducting: Rigid Metal vs. Flex
In our Texas climate a well installed HVAC system is a must for a new home. I'm surprised by how few builders are using Rigid Metal ducting anymore. Come see…
Building Wood Windows On The Job Site
Nothing says Fine Craftsmanship like a site built wood window. In this video see how my carpentry crew build 5 large windows from Oak, African Mahogany, & Poplar.

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