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Sean Groom

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A former editor at Fine Homebuilding, Sean Groom is a freelance writer and editor in Simsbury, Conn. He’s done stints as a teacher, remodeling contractor, marketing analyst, full-time athlete, writer, and editor. He begins most mornings with a bike ride before moving on to writing, remodeling, and coaching soccer.

  • 2019 FHB HOUSE VIDEO: Prepping for Tile

    We take a look at the Schluter products used in the master bath before the porcelain tile goes down.

  • 2020 Fine Homebuilding House Remodel Coming Soon!

    Remaking a nearly century-old house to achieve net-zero energy and create an open floor plan for gathering with friends and family.

  • Net Zero-Ready Community

    High-performance, affordable homes characterize this modern pocket neighborhood.

  • 2019 FHB House Video: Traditional Design and Modern Elements on the Interior and Exterior

    The completed home is a traditional southern house built with high-performance materials and accented with modern design touches.

  • 2019 FHB House Video: A Heat-Pump Mechanical System and Prepping for Tile

    With drywall up and trim carpenters and plumbers on site, we take a look at the ground-source heat pump used for quiet, efficient heating and cooling and the Schluter products used in the master bath before the porcelain tile goes down.

  • A 5-Step Guide to Flipping a House

    The house-flipping process can be overwhelming to those new to the task. Follow these five steps to ensure that your flip is on track for success and greater returns.

  • 2019 FHB House Video: Traditional Architectural Details in a Modern, Energy-Efficient Package

    As the Kentucky house begins to feel more like a finished home, we take a look at the modern door and historic-style brick veneer and windows before watching the spray-foam insulation go up in the walls and roof framing of the house.

  • House-Flipping How-Tos

    If you know your market and you can stomach the risk, there's still money to be made buying and selling homes.

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    A distinctive, elevated foundation combines a metal pan deck and a traditionally formed and poured basement.

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