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In this week's special anniversary episode, regular listener Ian Schwandt interviews longtime FHB contributor and Taunton Press book author John Carroll.

Hear about the challenges and rewards of being a builder focused on sustainable, resilient construction in a region of the country not traditionally known for energy-efficient homes.

In this excerpt from Podcast Episode 141, Patrick, Rob, and Colin discuss water-resistive barriers, including a relatively new fluid-applied system.

For vaulted ceilings, this vented and vapor-open approach is durable and energy-smart, and a good option for houses in mixed and cold climates.

Builder Ian Schwandt talks about how to cope with a build when things don't go as planned.

In this first episode of FHB House Wisconsin, builder Ian Schwandt shows how their small crew builds, raises, and air-seals tall gable-end walls.

Watch this timelapse of the work that went into creating a beautiful, backyard space by constructing a retaining wall.

Learn how builder Jason Mollak got a crash course in land development, zoning, city sewer and septic while getting FHB House Nebraska out of the ground.

Watch builder Ian Schwandt discuss his custom, high-performance home build in Iron Ridge, Wisconsin.

Builder Ian Schwandt describes the goals, hopes, and challenges he and his wife Sara have in planning their dream home.