Building a Foundation Designed for a Wet Site
A grade beam footing supported by 59 helical piers allows this concrete foundation to ‘hover’ above the water table. Read more
Project Manager's Council
Project Manager's Council: Jobsite Etiquette
Three project managers discuss the 'soft skills' needed to work effectively with clients, employees, subcontractors, and vendors. Read more
Q&A
Laminated vs. Solid-Sawn Column: Which is Stronger?
Is a post built with three 2x6s nailed together the structural equivalent of a 6x6 post? Read more
Becoming the Company Your Clients Want
How client feedback can lead to better customer service, which will boost your company's value and - ultimately - your bottom line. Read more
Better Blower Door Testing
Jim Bradley has improved his diagnostics game with multi-point testing and TEC Auto Test software. Read more
Rebuilding a Leaky Chimney From the Roofline Up
How Doug Horgan used liquid-applied masonry waterproofing and proper through-wall flashing to restore a stone-veneer chimney. Read more
A Portable Work Bench That Works With Your Track Saw
Finish carpenter Nathan Rinne tests the Dash-Board, a portable worktable optimized for track saws. Read more
Accessorizing Your Tool Kit
StealthMounts says their ABS tool mounts will help you work more efficiently. Do they deliver? Read more
A Bright Work Light
Tim Uhler explains why he likes this 10,000 lumen battery-powered light from Metabo HPT. Read more
An Armchair Engineer's Reading List
These entertaining books that examine the structural underpinnings of many of the world’s greatest architectural achievements belong on your bookshelf. Read more
High-Performance Solar Shingle
A low-profile alternative to conventional rack-mounted solar panels. Read more
Energy-Efficient Water Heater
An inverter heat pump delivers energy savings over conventional electric heating. Read more
Self-Cleaning Range Hood
A self-cleaning system flushes steam and water (from a tray that users fill with water) to clear grease from the internal fan. Read more
Smart Thermostat Kit
Sensors enable prioritizing different rooms at different times of the day, while a phone app enables users to control settings remotely. Read more
Moisture-Resistant Exterior Paint
From Benjamin Moore, a paint formulated for high-moisture climates. Read more
Multiuse Wood Screws
MVP screws feature a double-lead point, Torx ttap drive, countersinking head, and coating suitable for use outdoors and in pressure-treated wood. Read more
Reversible PVC Trim
Get two designs in one product: tongue-in-groove WP4 on one side and nickel gap on the other, or a shiplap and nickel-gap combo. Read more
Fiber-Mesh Drainable Building Wrap
Randomly oriented fibers allow bulk water to drain away from the structure. Read more
Pourable Floor Adhesive
Bona Quantum Flow is a silane-based, VOC-free adhesive for wood floors. Read more
Weather-Resistant Decking Solution
The open grid-like pattern in the polypropylene decking panels lets sun, water, and debris pass through. Read more
Flooring Installation Portfolio
Profiles and trim in stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and PVC can be used indoors and out. Read more
HVAC Piping Wall Penetration Seal
Elastomeric gaskets in a sturdy enclosure help lock down piping penetrations. Read more
