Ranches

Ranch Redux
An architect and a handy homeowner team up for an exterior upgrade with energy efficiency, comfort, and durability as part of the plan.
Historic Preservation Month 2025
Join us as we celebrate our country’s diverse and unique heritage during Historic Preservation Month.
Reinvented Ranch
This single-level home reimagines the traditional layout with a modern, accessible design that emphasizes open spaces, natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Set Up for Solar Gain
Sited to maximize passive and active solar energy, this all-electric home is spacious and includes simple, cost-effective materials.
Rear Addition for a Ranch
A single-story rear addition becomes a two-story structure hidden from street view.
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Rainscreens for Vertically and Horizontally Oriented Siding
Jon Beer explains what rainscreen products from Cor-A-Vent he used to ensure durable siding with good moisture management.
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Long-Lasting Adhesive for Interior Finishes
Jon Beer details how he used Loctite PL Premium Max to securely adhere different materials in his home.
Details for Integrating an Addition
In this video, Jon overviews the elements of the addition, including building a deck-ledger-style floor system, closing off windows and doors, and framing the roof.
Control Layers for a Remodel
Learn the details for air-sealing and moisture control on this ranch house remodel and addition.
Replacing Old Shingles with a New Metal Roof
See how this old 1950s shingle roof was transformed and replaced with an exposed-fastener metal roof and new overhang size.

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