Safety

Building science isn't just about theory—it's about building healthy spaces for a home's residents.

This 10-in. saw from SawStop offers features found on other pro-quality saws but with an enhanced level of safety.

Code expert Glenn Mathewson explains the IRC requirements for emergency escape and rescue openings in finished basements and gives an overview of BILCO's egress window well options.

Swimming pool owners are responsible for ensuring a code-compliant barrier exists to prevent children from the potential fatality of entering unsupervised.

A rundown of popular topics and proposals under consideration for the next edition of the International Residential Code.

If you ever need to run more than one extension cord outdoors, this tip will come in handy.

Mark uses a spring clamp to help manage his unruly pneumatic nailer hoses and maintain safety.

In a society in which building mentors may be hard to find, Kevin Ireton offers advice for how to go about doing the hard part of building.

The podcast hosts discuss safe ways and tools for removing lead paint, deciding whether or not to use a contractor, and determining if the wood siding is worth saving.

The podcast team explains how ventless gas heaters work, why they are dangerous and potentially not worth the cheap price, and what to consider instead.