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Podcast 344: Bad Contractors, Failed Foundation Walls, and Bonfig Roofs
Brian, Rob, and Patrick hear from listeners about power-grid efficiency and attic delta-Ts before taking questions about bad plumbers, bowed foundation walls, and boosting the energy performance of a brick cape.
Basement Waterproofing Strategies Roundtable
Watch builders Travis Brungardt and Mike Guertin plus masonry-sealer expert Lance Lang in a roundtable discussion on methods and materials for keeping basements dry.
Podcast 343: PRO TALK With Builder Dan Kolbert—Part 1
In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to builder and remodeler Dan Kolbert of Portland, Maine.
Podcast 342: Thermally Broken Slabs, Wet Walls, and Reinforcing Block Foundations
Brian, Matt, and Patrick hear from listeners about job-site safety and fence posts before taking questions about thermally broken slabs, construction training for Spanish speakers, and strengthening foundations in seismic zones.
Draining and Flushing a Water Heater
Follow these steps carefully when you need to empty a tank-style water heater to maintain, repair, or replace it.
Plan Ahead: Accessing a Drywall Job Site
Evaluating your job-site access before drywall delivery will save you time and labor.
Podcast 341: PRO TALK With Color Expert Sue Wadden
In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Sue Wadden, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams.
Dampproofing and Waterproofing for Foundation Walls
The easiest and most economical place to waterproof a basement or crawlspace is on the outside, but there are reliable interior solutions too.
Smart Vapor Retarders for Walls and Roofs
Can a smart vapor retarder be used to make an otherwise risky assembly safe?
Six Rules for Polyethylene
Martin Holladay reconsiders the use of interior plastic sheeting as a vapor or air barrier.

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