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One Lot, Two Houses
A Seattle home expands with a stylish in-law apartment that's environmentally sound and pays for itself over time.
Big Boy Blocks
A commercial retaining wall system finds a niche in the residential market
Energy Efficient From the Ground Up
One builder's plan yields Vermont's most energy-efficient house.
Hairline cracks in retaining wall
Q: Last July, I poured an 8-in.-thick concrete retaining wall in northern Utah. It’s built on thick footings placed at the frost line and has plenty of rebar. We poured the…
Keeping mud off the sides of a house under construction
If you are putting siding on a new building in an area where rain is frequent, you may find your newly sided lower walls spattered with mud after every shower.…
How to Build a Concrete Porch Floor
Corrugated steel pan decking and mid-span support will ensure a successful pour
Mudsills: Where the Framing Meets the Foundation
Even if the foundation is not square or level, getting the mudsills right will get you back on track.
The Greenest House in America?
Although it's healthful, low maintenance, and easy on the environment, this Texas home is also lots of fun to live in.
Using a Builder’s Level
Find the high spots by comparing measurements taken at different points along the foundation
Problems after sealing a crawlspace
Q: To dry out my crawlspace, I recently laid a plastic vapor barrier over its dirt floor. However, last winter, the 1920s-vintage house developed gaps in the hardwood floors and warped…

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