Additions

The crew talks about auxiliary dwelling units and how they can improve neighborhoods and help solve the housing shortage.

Winterizing foundations, lazy additions, air-sealing band joists, and good windows at a reasonable price.

Andrew, Ian, and Patrick hear from listeners about HVAC myths and mapping electrical systems, before taking questions about recalled electrical panels, finishing basement ceilings, and water management behind brick.

By connecting the home to the detached garage, the architects of this hillside home made space for a home office and guest area.

With an addition and some reconfiguration, the owners of this home were able to create a modern kitchen with better connections to the rest of the house and the backyard.

How a home with roots in early American history was transformed into a modern mountain retreat.

A freestanding, two-level gazebo addition complements the architecture and scale of this Cape Cod home.

Before you can swing the hammer you have to push the pen. Builder Ian Schwandt describes how he tackles the crucial task of accurately estimating the budget for a construction project.

How completely rethinking the floor plan helped resolve a cold, cramped suite bathroom.

Builder Matthew McCrimmon talks about how the level of organization that Buildxact brings to his business allows him to take on more ambitious projects and maintain a high level of quality in his work.