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Jeremy and Keith explain why they avoid taping drywall themselves, what the differences are in drywall taping compounds and explain what a Level 5 finish (shout out to the gypsum assoication).  Listen and enjoy while your hanging drywall. 

Jeremy and Keith explore radiant tubing, window replacement for glass block in a masonry opening, and how one becomes an Architect.  Tympanum, anyone? Not short, but very sweet!

Welcome to the 2012 season of Ask An Architect!   In this season premiere episde we answer a question about a condo building roof, figure out how an air conditioner works, and Keith tells us what ASHRAE really means.  Hang on tight-2012 is going to rock. 

Here's the belated Halloween Episode you've been anxiously awaiting.  What can I say? We're busy guys and not immune to fall illnesses.  Back in the saddle and ready to kick some AAA butt, the episode was so profound we've split up the show into two.  We tackle a big question on kitchen cabinets and kitchen flooring.    

Keith and Jeremy explain what tempered glass is, and knock out knock down door frames.  Plus Jeremy says he's sorry. 

We're discussing a really tough masonry wall moisture issue, talking about Teflon tape, and alternatives to stone countertops 

A wood show! We make sense of a cedar shingle siding repainting dilemma, figure out what WWPA stands for, and gain some understanding on why wood moves and how to select straight lumber at the lumberyard.  Thanks Judi and Brandon for the great questions.  Keep 'em coming!

Our hosts discuss re-roofing a Chicago six-flat.  We figure out where to put the insulation and what kind of roof to use.  Plus what does "US26D" mean? 

Jeremy and Keith answer questions on lightning protection and liens and argue about what stone countertop material is better in "which is better".  Best wishes and get well soon, Mrs. J!  

Keith and Jeremy solve all Joy's problems- what to do with a cast iron tub that needs an upgrade, and how keep those pesky leaves out of your gutters.  Jeremy explains how to hook up an emergency generator.