Patrick McCombe

Senior editor Patrick McCombe has been testing power tools and writing about residential construction on behalf of national publications for more than 17 years. Before Fine Homebuilding, his articles appeared in the Journal of Light Construction, Professional Deck Builder, and Fine Woodworking. Host of the Fine Homebuilding podcast he’s frequently on the road taking photos and visiting product manufacturers.

Podcast 320: PRO TALK With Adam Feldman, Pt. 2

In this second Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Adam Feldman, Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties.
Podcast 319: Building in a Flood Zone, Who Pays for Warranty Work, and Converting Attics to Living Space

Brian, Rob, and Patrick hear form listeners about protecting foundation insulation and building Baltic-birch cabinets before taking listener questions on foundation designs for flood zones, who pays labor costs for warranty work, and attracting clients with COVID-safe work practices.
Podcast 318: PRO TALK With Adam Feldman, Pt. 1

In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Adam Feldman, Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties.
Foundations for Success

Getting a first new home out of the ground can be a challenge, so we've assembled some pro tips for making the job go as smoothly as possible.
Podcast 317: Natural Air Changes, Flashing Windows in Brick Walls, and Cleaning Construction Messes

Rob, Kiley, and Patrick hear from listeners about going all-electric and air-sealing adventures before taking listener questions about natural air changes, flashing windows in brick openings, and how clean a job site should be.
Podcast 316: PRO TALK With Dennis Bessette

In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Vermont cabinetmaker Dennis Bessette about his decades spent working in the trades.
Podcast 315: Perfect Roofs, Heated Decks, and Multifamily High Performance

Patrick, Matt, and Brian hear from listeners about lead safety and the right indoor humidity before taking questions on the perfect roof assembly, outdoor snow melting, and rebuilding a wood deck.
Podcast 314: PRO TALK With Tim Uhler

In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Tim about working in a family business and staying healthy in a physically demanding job.
Podcast 313: Pony Studs, Cold Floors, and Hiding Foundation Insulation

Rob, Brian, and Patrick hear from listeners about gas mitersaws, vinyl-wrapped windows, and ladder safety, before taking listener questions about building-component etymology, urea-formaldehyde foam, and hiding foundation insulation.
Podcast 312: Pro Talk With Emily Mottram, Pt. 2

In the second half of this two-part Pro-Talk podcast Patrick talks to architect Emily Mottram about high-performance building.

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