Basements - Page 9 of 16

Insulate the walls and rim joists with rigid foam for a durable, dry, and comfortable basement.

In this episode, host and managing editor Justin Fink talks with editor-in-chief Rob Yagid and design editor Brian Pontolilo about burying electrical conduit, proper fall protection, and pyrrhotite foundation failures. Resources…

Seal up air leaks around doors and windows, and you will control heat loss and condensation.

In this episode, host and managing editor Justin Fink talks with editor-in-chief Rob Yagid and design editor Brian Pontolilo about mold problems, roof-framing options, and the moral obligation of building…

The process of making a home more comfortable and energy efficient starts by managing water infiltration at the foundation walls and basement floor.

The Fine Homebuilding Podcast embodies Fine Homebuilding magazine's commitment to the preservation of craftsmanship and the advancement of home performance in residential construction. The show is an informal but vigorous…

Learn where to look for common air leaks and how to seal them up to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient.

Learn how to choose and install the best insulation for several types of basement walls (but fix water-entry problems first).

Lessons in residential design

Learn how to swap out those corroded cast-in-place windows with new, more efficient units.