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Podcast 368: Insulating Garage Doors, Staining Cedar Shingles, and Crawlspace Ductwork
Kiley, Matt, and Patrick hear from listeners about tarps and building-science texts before taking listener questions on insulating garage doors, staining cedar shingles, and improving the performance of an uninsulated slab.
What to Do About This Damaged Concrete-Block Foundation?
A homeowner suspects her contractor is dragging his feet. But are these shifting foundation blocks really a problem?
The Concrete-Free Floating-Plywood Slab Assembly
Watch builder Josh Salinger show how to reduce the environmental impact of a new home by omitting the concrete from the ground-level floors.
Timeless Tip: Snapping Lines
Hook two chalk-box lines together and skip the time wasted rechalking the lines.
Setting a Replacement Tile
Follow these 6 steps to install the new tile.
Installing a Garbage Disposal
Follow these steps to hook up a standard household garbage disposal.
Removing a Damaged Tile
First you need to remove the grout around the tile, and then use a hammer and chisel or a grinder to break out the damaged tile.
Podcast 367: PRO TALK With Sustainable Builder Jacob Racusin, Part 1
In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Jacob Racusin, Director of Building Science and Sustainability at New Frameworks in Burlington, Vt.
Cleaning Grout
Grout stains more readily than tile; here's how to get the stain out.
How to Patch Cracked and Crumbling Stucco
Get tips for choosing the right tools, materials, and construction details to complete basic repairs to existing stucco walls.

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