Ian and Grant share photos of rotted walls found during remodeling. Patrick asks for good building news. Anne wonders who can install the custom shower panels in her new bath. The crew talks about preventing people problems when building houses.

Tune in to Episode 672 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Fixing found rot when remodeling
• Installing composite shower panels 
• Preventing problems when 80 people are involved in a build 

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Kerry has a cautionary tale. Patrick asks listeners about tamper-resistant electrical receptacles. Alex inquires about best-practice basement finishing. Ryan’s chimney keeps popping off plaster.

Tune in to Episode 671 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Avoiding a moldy mess behind stucco 
• The right way to finish basement walls for vapor control 
• Water movement through masonry chimneys and plaster

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Rebecca wonders if her window flashing is correct and how homeowners know they’re getting good trade work. New FHB editor Grant asks about how to get post-frame posts out of the ground.  

Tune in to Episode 670 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Starting a SPARK event in your community 
• What is the right way to flash windows and does anyone bother?
• Building a long-lasting post-frame building.

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Mike Guertin, Grant and Patrick hear about replacing windows in brick veneer and the virtues of palm nailers before taking questions on insulation behind masonry without a WRB and how to insulate the roof of a three-season room.

Tune in to Episode 669 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

•  Using a thermal cameras to track down air and water leaks
• How to insulate a board-sheathed wall without a WRB 
• A rot-proof cathedral ceiling

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The crew bats about ideas on insulating attic living space and offer opinions on fastening extension jambs. Kieth has a good suggestion for getting into the construction business and doing good work.

Tune in to Episode 668 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Getting a good trade job  
• Insulation in attic living spaces 
• The best ways to fasten custom extension jambs

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Carol Ann says most contractors don’t understand old houses. Mike, Brian and Patrick talk about moving collar ties and making an efficient home shop.

Tune in to Episode 667 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Finding a contractor who knows about old houses
• Adding headroom in attic living spaces 
• Creating an effcient and useful home shop 

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The crew hears a tale of hand-digging a deeper foundation and toss out ideas for fixing rough concrete, before discussing the perfect workwear.

Tune in to Episode 665 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Solutions for a rough concrete slab 
• The best for workwear in all seasons 
• Framing energy- and resource-efficient buildings 

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Podcast Episode 668: Attic Insulation, DIY Manual J, and Attaching Extension Jambs

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In this best-of show the crew talks about pier foundations, shingle lifespan, training new carpenters, brick sidewalks, and rooftop decks.

Tune in to Episode 665 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Foundations for a rustic cabin 
• How to train apprentices 
• The right way to waterproof a rooftop deck

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Listeners write in about HVAC company consolidation and stains from supply lines and ask questions about Larsen trusses and insulating stucco houses.

The crew talks about the benefits and challenges of Larsen trusses and gets an update on stains from copper water lines. How to safely insulate stucco houses.

Tune in to Episode 663 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• What causes green stains from supply piping 
• Can you use Larsen trusses to add racking resistance 
• Is it safe to insulate behind old stucco in a mixed climate

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Listeners offer theories explaining Brian’s possessed shower and suggest a book for Keeping Craft Alive. Brian, Mark, and Patrick discuss roof insulation and roof leaks.

Tune in to Episode 662 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Why Brian’s showerhead drips when he fills the tub 
• Venting cathedral ceilings with foam insulation 
• Roof leaks where an addition meets the main house 

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