Skills and Techniques - Page 33 of 644

A free-draining gravel substrate will make your fire pit safer and long lasting.

Size, materials, and whether it's raised or flush with the ground are just a few of the details you need to figure out before you create your own backyard fire pit.

As both a load center and an energy management system, the SPAN electrical panel allows residents to prioritize energy usage and loads.

In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Zac Strauss, a home-building apprentice in New Zealand.

The crew hears from listeners about ridge vents and sand separators before taking listener questions about finding a contractor to remodel a small kitchen, locating air- and water-control layers, and monitoring indoor-air quality.

The crew talks about how homeowners and landlords can find a good contractor and how contractors can find good clients.

Building science expert Robby Schwarz talks about the revisions in the 2021 IECC and how to effectively apply them to make homes more energy efficient.

In this Pro-Talk podcast, FHB Contributor Ian Schwandt talks to Dan Purnell, production manager at Alloy Workshop.

The crew hears from listeners about LED lights and DIY solar before taking questions about seasonal movement of softwood flooring, tightening an 1850s house, and a permanent-wood foundation for a new build.

The crew talks about building science education for tradespeople and where to find it.