Spell out your expectations and commitments at the beginning, or be prepared for misunderstandings that can mushroom into financial disaster. H enri de Marne proves his point with two case studies. Read more
Roving Editor Paul Hanke expected a mass melee over the topic of stress skins, but he found a good old celebration of timber- framing finesse instead. Read more
How a starry-eyed-builder learned the hard way about architects, customer relations and 100-year-old farmhouses. Roland Merullo tells all. Read more
There's more to demolition than sawing, sledging and hoping for the b est. Engineer Harris Hyrnan reviews the principles and techniques of removing part of a standing structure. Read more
Canadian correspondent Jon Eakes explains how adding insulation to a brick wall or masonry foundation can do more harm than good—unless you deal with moisture movement first. Read more
During renovation is an ideal time to improve sound control in a building. Author Jon Eakes explains simple, inexpensive techniques for keeping rooms quiet. Read more
What Do Test Pits Really Tell Us? Detecting 'Hidden' Damage in Wood, Insulating Under Aluminum Siding Read more
How curves and open spaces made this house "sing." Read more
Often-overlooked items that should be included in any accurate rehab bid. Read more
Protecting yourself from surprises. Read more
Princeton Energy Partners: a profile. Read more
Safety and health considerations in renovation work. Read more
Setting up a showroom. Read more
The "Oatmeal Hilton." Read more
Structural considerations when "undoing" work. Read more