Site Work and Foundations - Page 5 of 37

Rob, Matt, and Patrick get feedback about rain-barrel spigots and soil pressure before answering questions about WRBs, air-sealing walls sheathed with fiberboard, and making French-style patio doors from scratch.

Get an overview of what ICFs are, how they create energy-efficient foundation walls, and how to incorporate them into your next project.

Carpenter Tim Holton and his crew came up with an up-in-the-air solution for sealing an addition with an elevated floor.

23 articles and videos with the details you need to build sturdy and attractive landscape features out of brick, concrete, stone, and more.

High ceilings are essential when designing comfortable basement living space in a new home.

The FHB crew recaps details of a job-site video shoot they just wrapped up, and then address some listener questions about a variety of construction and remodeling projects.

When a listener asks what measures he should take to keep cellulose from falling through his exhaust fan when insulating and air-sealing his attic, the Fine Homebuilding editors wonder if he should get rid of the fan altogether.

To achieve a Net-Zero designation, today’s builders need to focus on using products that deliver energy savings, durability, and occupant health and comfort. Air and moisture barriers play a critical…

Sealing sanded-grout scratched tile, updating outdated kitchen cabinets, and foundation options for a shed on a sloped lot.

The PLS 480 and Red System kit is a crew favorite in the field