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Podcast 597: Fish-Mouthed Sheathing Tape, Window Installation, and Flashing a Bay Window
The crew hears from listeners about manufactured houses and DIY lighting with LEDs. Discussion questions include unstuck flashing tape, sealing the bottom of new windows, and EV chargers.
Podcast 597: Members-only Aftershow — Mike’s Not-so-Forever Home
Mike describes the house he built 30 years ago and what he would do differently.
Meet Current Energy Codes with Continuous Insulation
Building-code expert Glenn Mathewson explains how to navigate the options for effectively insulating house for energy efficiency, durability, and code compliance.
Replacing Old Shingles with a New Metal Roof
See how this old 1950s shingle roof was transformed and replaced with an exposed-fastener metal roof and new overhang size.
Make Mudsills Square and Level
Careful measuring, precise layout adjustments, and repeated double-checks pay off with a faster, frustration-free build.
Directing Drainage Under a Driveway
A properly installed 4-in. corrugated drainage pipe running under a driveway can withstand the pressure of a 40,000-lb. truck.
Dialing In a Job-Site Tablesaw
Tune up your saw and add a few simple jigs for an efficient, accurate, and dependable tool.
Chewproof Weatherstripping
Keep rodents from chewing garage-door weatherstripping with this cladding.
Good-as-New Grout Float
Trimming the edges of a worn grout float can extend its life.
Protect Deck Joists
A rubberized sealant provides inexpensive protection for the tops of decks joists.

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