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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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

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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

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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

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 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 

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Builders Mike Guertin and Ian Schwandt help the FHB Podcast answer complex questions about affordable new construction, proper compaction around new foundations, and how to deal with peeling paint on a mountainside masonry wall.

Tune in to Episode 657 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

• Strategies for making new homes affordable
• Properly compacting backfill around a new foundation for a patio 
• Water movement through masonry and controlling peeling paint 

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