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Vertical Fit: A Modern House Conforms to Strict Height Restrictions
The design-build team persevered to give this four-bedroom home in Austin, Texas, the stature it deserved while meeting tough zoning regulations.
Podcast Episode 152: Inferior Fasteners, Warm Garages, and Cheap Closet Cabinets
Patrick, Matt, and Justin share stories about storm windows, energy-efficient homes, and drywall tape before tackling a few listener questions.
Understanding and Preventing Ice Dams
Stop winter ice and water damage before it starts.
Project Gallery: Special Spaces
A third-floor sauna, a curved eyebrow dormer home office, and a jungle gym above a garage.
Craftsman Home Renovation: Transformation Without Expansion
An artful remodel from two bedrooms, one bath to three bedrooms, two baths.
Podcast Episode 88 — “The Best Home-Building Show Around!”
Fine carpentry and hand planes, condensation in an attic, and the overwhelming options for fasteners these days.
Podcast Episode 85 — Mantel Madness
Building codes, mantels, MDF, toenailing, welding, heating options, and gift ideas at the Taunton Store.
Podcast Episode 83 — Cold Attics and Wet Basements
A listener sends in a video question about water puddled in her newly constructed basement.
FHB House Framing in Pictures — Roof System
Gussets and 2x4s make a deep-sloped ceiling for a thick layer of insulation.
Replace Cellulose with Spray Foam
Address the air leaks and convert a vented, unconditioned attic into an unvented, conditioned attic.

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