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The Fine Homebuilding Podcast embodies Fine Homebuilding magazine's commitment to the preservation of craftsmanship and the advancement of home performance in residential construction. Hoste...

Brian, Ian and Patrick talk about plans for the 2026 Fine Homebuilding Summit. James shares his advice for insulating and air-sealing attic...

Ian and Grant help Patrick Adress listener feedback and answer their questions about ventilation for a small apartment building and the best...

Grant and Randy help Patrick address listener feedback and answer their questions. Grant gives an update on current editorial assignments an...

Vince and Chris share thoughts on maintaining comfortable indoor humidity. Benoît considers strengthening his outbuilding with spreading kne...

Marc describes the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Jim thinks that complex heating and cooling systems require coordination between tr...

Paul shares an update on his septic system saga. Mike Guertin asks Ian about impact drivers. John asks about insulating the knee walls and r...

Matt doesn't think robots and AI will make us live like the Jetsons. Mike updates us on his owner/builder house and making a career change t...

Ian and Randy help Patrick address listener feedback about storing tools and stuff. Brett is designing a whole house ventilation system and...

Scott shares his thoughts on whole-house dehumidification. Ian asks about light fixtures and tile waterproofing for a Euro-style bathroom. S...

This week on the Fine Hombuilding Podcast, listeners write in about heat-pump performance and ask questions about using asphalt felt for a W...

This week we're excited to bring you a very special episode from the floor of the 2026 International Builders' Show in Orlando, FL! FHB edit...

Chris says home heating and cooling systems should be simple. Colin's friend is wondering how to know if he needs his furnace flue relined....

Kerry shares his thoughts on spray foaming old houses with advice for getting it right. A Fine Homebuilding Forum poster wonders about frami...

Richard describes inexpensive data loggers for monitoring indoor air quality. Kerry asks about adding casing and extension jambs to fibergla...

Chris shares a news story about recently-introduced window-mounted heat pumps. Mason describes the joy that comes from using top shelf tools...

In this special water and humidity control episode, Evan and Austin describes their whole house dehumidification strategies. Jake asks about...

Ian, Randy and Patrick discuss home projects and address listener emails about attracting young trade workers, the best cordless oscillating...

Ian and Randy help Patrick respond to listener feedback about the best way to help clients and home electrification before taking questions...

In this best-of show the crew talks about cantilever decks, peel bond primers, the model Existing Building Code, post-frame buildings and ef...

Ian, Randy, and Patrick discuss home projects before addressing listener feedback about embodied carbon in new builds and Saddam Hussein's p...

An anonymous listener outlines their company's strategy for attracting and retaining new hires. Josh reminds fellow FHB Podcast listeners ab...

Dan Kolbert raises a lead paint red flag. Jeff wonders if a Bonfig wall is better for inexperienced crews. Andrew wonders if an insulated ba...

Ian, Grant and Patrick address reader comments and inquires. They first hear about extensive problems with foam insulation in the UK. Then t...

Doug says homeowners and home buyers worrying about the wrong things isn't new. Chris asks if reducing carbon in houses makes sense with AI'...

Grant learns about military veterans joining the local construction workforce with help from the Department of Defense. Josh Salinger and Gr...

Responding to an attendee who wants to share his experience at the Summit, Brian asks Ian and Randy what they liked about the event, and wha...

Accountant Austin shares thoughts on trade work. Ian's smoke detectors are waking him up at night. Will wonders if his windows are detailed...

Patrick, Ian and Randy talk about humidity control and whole house ventilation in this HVAC-themed episode. Guy, Doug, and Josh share experi...

Steve provides an update on his planned Arizona home. David shares his tale of basement flooding. Kit asks what's good to get at architectur...

The FHB crew is coming at you LIVE from the 2025 Fine Homebuilding Summit with a special episode of the podcast! Summit attendees emailed us...

Pia and Stephen have thoughts on flexible floor plans. Mae asks about mainstream housing. Kevin asks about controlling humidity in an attach...

Doug says that ground water is regional. Hunter asks about the effectiveness of two radiant barriers. Michael inquires about insulating a 20...

Will says a heat pump water heater was a no-brainer investment. David shares a story about attracting workers to the skilled trades. Evan ha...

Doug describes the science behind soundproofing in theater spaces. Will gives Ian a timely "told-you-so". Kevin wonders what's causing his b...

Patrick, Ian and Grant talk about 700 FHB Podcast episodes, before diving into discussions on the importance of basement waterproofing, how...

In this best-of show the crew talks about bulkhead doors, metal roofing over SIPS, rebuilding Notre Dame, sealing mudsills, and insulating s...

Patrick, Randy and Ian have a heated discussion about fire safety, including how to wire heat detectors. Scott wonders if an all-electric ho...

Marc says it's tough to bid electrical work when copper wire prices change daily. Dan thinks we need to consider the carbon costs of every b...

Ian and Randy help Patrick answer listener questions about building a quiet house and sound-control strategies for new and existing homes an...

Will ICF foundations burn? Do modern materials destroy old houses? Do heat pumps peter out in hot temperatures? Can you prevent rain from co...

Ian, Brian, and producer Cari Delahanty join Patrick in talking about Tune in to Episode 695 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more...

Ian and Randy join Patrick in talking about how a lack of makeup air limits ventilation effectiveness and why a builder might install seven...

Jerry says to look for hazardous materials when considering fixer-uppers. Ryan asks about building Larsen trusses. Daniel asks if there's a...

Brian, Grant and Patrick hear about a renewed interest in trade education and consider carbon accounting in the Canadian Building Code befor...

Ryan describes living with a ground-source heat pump . Zack says there are better options than bronze for weatherstripping. David asks about...

Dack says build a fireplace and enjoy it. Chip asks about the best ways to sharpen chisels. Kit wonders if there's a way to easily change an...

Greg describes radon control system for a stone foundation. Ground water and radon expert Guy describes a typical radon-control system. Matt...

Steve describes the problems and fixes for masonry chimneys. Alex thinks his ridge vent is mistakenly blocked. Jordan and Katherine ask abou...

Connor shares his final blower door numbers. Ryan has an FHB Project Guide idea. Josh wonders about the right roof for his Queen's row house...

John reminds the Podcast that not too long ago FHB magazine commonly had fireplace ads. Michael thinks bionic arms can help with drywall san...