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FEATURED ARTICLES
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Replacing Giant Columns
By Noah Woodruff
A methodical approach yielded masterful results in this oversize remodeling project. -
A Cost-Effective Energy Retrofit
By Terry Nordbye
With careful air-sealing and the right insulation details, a leaky older home becomes a tight and thrifty one. -
Trenchless Excavation
By Mark Petersen
In the hands of a skilled operator, a horizontal boring machine can solve tough drainage problems without damage to the landscaping.
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From the Forums
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Low-E Coatings, Heat Gain, And Comfort
How do you determine the impact on occupant comfort of different types of windows and window
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Eyebrow Dormer Details
This thread about eyebrow dormers has a ton of links to example drawings and photos.
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Pouring Complicated Slab Foundations
Here's a discussion with drawings and photos about whether to form and place complicated slabs in
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Promoting Yourself With Youtube
Remodelers are putting videos about their businesses up on YouTube.
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Lead Remodeling Rules
Talk about new EPA rules for remodeling homes with lead paint.
From the Archive
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Raising an Eyebrow Dormer
By Jack Galt
The technique is tricky, but the effect is worth the effort. -
Protecting the Job Site
By Steve Price
Jim Price describes simple but effective ways to keep an occupied home scratch-free during -
Safety Lessons
By Various
Eleven first-person accounts of job-site accidents - and lessons learned the hard way. -
Air-Sealing The Story-and-a-Half
By David Legg
Home performance expert David Legg delves into a challenging problem: blocking the air leaks in -
Lead-Safe Remodeling
By Tom O'Brien
Lead safety regulations can complicate life whenever you tear into an old house.
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The Basics of Sound Control
Watch Myron Anderson review the key principles of sound control. Follow as he demonstrates helpful tips for installation.
From the Bookstore
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Insulation Choices
It's not just about the pink stuff anymore. Builders today can mix and match batt products, blown-in fiber, rigid board, and spray foams. Which insulation products do you prefer, and in what situations?
