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Refurbishing Old Double-Hung Windows - Part One

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | January 4th, 20134 comments

Windows built 50 to 100 years ago often were constructed from woods that are no longer available. So it makes sense to refurbish them when they get tired.

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"I can't install this" - Poka-Yoke on the job site

Matt Risinger, Blogger | September 4th, 20125 comments

How do you prevent job site mistakes? The Japanese Management Technique of Poka-Yoke of course! See how I use this principle on my jobs to ensure we don't cover up a mistake that could cause problems years down the line. -Matt Risinger

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Wood Siding - Best Practice Installation Method

Matt Risinger, Blogger | June 28th, 2012

You don't see much real wood siding on houses anymore, but wood can be a durable (and beautiful) option if we take the care to install it correctly. In this video I'll show you the tricks to a wood siding installation that will set you up for decades of beauty for your home.

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Installing Commercial Windows In A Residence - Best Practice

Matt Risinger, Blogger | March 9th, 2012

I love the look of Modern Architecture, but these modern details involving no overhangs & commercial windows require a lot of fore thought on the part of the builder. In this video I'll show you the Best Practice Install for Commercial Windows in Residential Construction.

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Weatherization's Home-Stretch Recovery

FHB_Building_News, contributor | December 27th, 20111 comment

Even though the expanded Weatherization Assistance Program struggled out of the gate – and can always be improved – it has produced encouraging, credible results

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Mountain Porch Retreat

WarthConstruction, member | November 14th, 2011

Our region has an extended outdoor season that the homeowners wanted to take full advantage of. The existing deck was not adequate for hosting large parties and had no covered space for protection...

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A Senate Bill That Values Energy Efficiency

FHB_Building_News, contributor | October 31st, 2011

Proposed legislation would require home appraisals to reflect expected energy costs, allow homeowners to recover investments in upgrades, and even create jobs in the retrofit and construction sectors

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Remodeling's Brightening Prospects, Part 5 of 5

FHB_Building_News, contributor | June 15th, 2011

Compared to the 2000s, the coming decade for remodelers is expected to feature more stability, and more spending in two key emerging markets, the Joint Center for Housing Studies says

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Remodeling's Brightening Prospects, Part 3 of 5

FHB_Building_News, contributor | May 31st, 2011

Although the remodeling industry is still highly fragmented, larger firms have continued consolidate and attract a growing share of jobs

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Remodeling's Brightening Prospects, Part 2 of 5

FHB_Building_News, contributor | May 29th, 20113 comments

The Joint Center for Housing Studies takes a closer look at how remodeling’s ups and downs over the past decade reshaped the industry for the decade to come

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Lead Paint: The Fines Are Real

RYagid, senior editor | April 7th, 201115 comments

An Oregon painting contractor shells out over $32K for failing to comply with lead-paint regulations.

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A Week of Mixed Signals, with a Lift in Hiring

FHB_Building_News, contributor | November 5th, 2010

Remodeling Market Index stays put as NAHB reminds consumers tax credits are about to expire for energy-efficiency improvements; meanwhile, Meritage reports a third-quarter profit and the Labor Department reports an employment jump for October

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Some flimsy metal with some shims stuck in the gap is weather tight for a new door, right?

Jayne_l, member | October 26th, 2010

I thought by buying a high end patio door through the showroom and using their recommended installer, the installation would be then best. The door they replaced was rotted (which they said...

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Finishing trim around my windows and lattice work with raw posts

cdzjewlz, member | August 23rd, 2010

I let the sun color the wood a golden brown then I added Blond thompsons water seal. I also did the lattice work and the post the same color

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Insulating behind a brick wall?

ecodude, member | July 28th, 20102 comments

I audited a brick house this week. There's no insulation in the walls. The customer doesn't want to blow from the inside (b/c the inside walls are papered and they're concerned about how the finishes...

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