The Fine Homebuilding Podcast

Richard shares his amazing home shop and break-down work bench. The crew talks about ways to accurately bend flashing without a brake and how to buy a used metal brake. Fireman and owner/builder Mike is considering a construction career. An anonymous listener thinks metal connectors often have the wrong nails. Mike, Ian and Patrick talk about decorative shingling, home internet services, and good reasons for an energy audit.       Tune in to Episode 661 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Ways to make your home shop work harder for your business How to get into construction without 9-5 experience  Using the right nails in metal connectors Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 661 ➡️ Checkout Fine Homebuilding's online course offerings and use coupon code FLASH50 for 50% off when you sign up during our flash sale! ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

Senior editor Patrick McCombe is joined by Fine Homebuilding senior editor Brian Pontolilo, Fine Homebuilding contributing editor and production manager for TDS Custom Construction Ian Schwandt, and producer Andres Samaniego to discuss building, remodeling, design, and more. Tune in to Episode 660 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  Deciding if fascia and rake trim need coil stock Insulating a basement ceiling When to seal pipe and electrical penetrations Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected]. ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 660 ➡️ Checkout Fine Homebuilding's online course offerings and use coupon code FLASH50 for 50% off when you sign up during our flash sale! ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

Architect Ian wonders what Mike thinks about Rhode Island’s continuing education for building professionals. Tim says heat pumps have evolved. Tom describes his shop for making custom storm doors and window sash. Carson asks if building science is a real discipline.    Tune in to Episode 659 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  Continuing education requirements for builders and designers  Wall-mounted versus ceiling mounted minisplits  Building science as a scientific discipline Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected]. ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 659 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.  

 The FHB crew talks about hunting down noisy insect, the pros and cons of rubber and PVC roofs and insulating them without creating problems. They also discuss insulating and waterproofing stone foundations.   Tune in to Episode 658 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  A simple method for catching indoor crickets Insulation strategies for EPDM and PVC membrane roofs How to install insulation on a stone foundation  Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at [email protected].     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 658 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.