Best Homebuilding Podcasts (2024)

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#653: Kitchen Design Rules, Insulating Outdoor Columns, and Vapor Retarders 41:46

4h ago41:46

41:46

Peri, who is having a disagreement with a coworker, asks the Podcast about insulating structural columns for an elevated deck. The FHB Podcast crew talks about getting kitchen design help from multiple designers. Peri asks if there's any reason to insulate hollow porch columns and address walls. Robert has been house shopping in the Bay Area and ev…

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Episode 3 | Builder Certifications with Beth Campbell 29:45

13d ago29:45

29:45

Alison and Mark are joined by Beth Campbell, a contractor who teaches curriculum for the Passive House certification organization, Phius. Join them as they break down the most common certification and rating systems in construction, including LEED, Passive House, Energy Star, HERS, and more, exploring how each can potentially benefit homeowners. Le…

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#652: Tool Batteries, Moldy Sheathing Behind Brick, and Rebuilding Decks 39:34

5d ago39:34

39:34

This week’s favorite question comes from Jim who asks on Fine Homebuilding’s forum if he can replace rotted pressure-treated decking or does he have to rebuild the whole deck. The FHB Podcast crew talks about cross-compatibility of power tool batteries. Contractor Evan in Dallas is asking how to replace moldy sheathing behind brick without removing…

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#651: Pretty Good Houses, Replacing Inset Windows, and Talking Shops 45:29

12d ago45:29

45:29

The Podcast question of the week comes from Chris, who asks about the best way to install inset windows so they're easy to replace when the time comes. We also hear from Superspeeder on YouTube who wants more details on Ian's Pretty Good House. Finally, Matthew asks if you need an air barrier behind board ceilings and wall paneling. Tune in to Epis…

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Episode 2 | Offsite Construction: The Basics with Jay Lepple 26:07

13d ago26:07

26:07

Alison and Mark sit down with Jay Lepple, Production Officer at Bensonwood, to explore the key advantages of offsite construction. In this episode, they delve into the European roots that shaped offsite building practices in the U.S. and discuss some exciting innovations in the industry's future. Learn more about Unity Homes by visiting our website…

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Episode 1 | Introducing a New Era of Homebuilding 25:37

13d ago25:37

25:37

Welcome to the podcast! In this first episode, Alison Keay and Mark Hertzler dive into the rising importance of high-performance homes and offsite construction, exploring how certain innovations are reshaping the future of homebuilding across the U.S. Learn more about Unity Homes by visiting our website: unityhomes.com…

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#650: Missing Air Barriers, Bridge in a Barn, and Challenges of Exterior Insulation 49:50

19d ago49:50

49:50

The Podcast question of the week comes from Tyler, who is building a bridge from native lumber over his hogs. We also hear from Dan Kolbert of Kolbert Building and coauthor of Pretty Good House. Dan shares thoughts on sustainable building. Finally, Matthew asks if you need an air barrier behind board ceiling and wall paneling. Tune in to Episode 65…

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#649: Sealed Crawlspaces, Problem Porches, and AC in Attics 49:59

26d ago49:59

49:59

Listeners write in about trade work and deck longevity and ask questions about sealing crawlspaces, transitions where masonry meets framing, and vented attics with AC ductwork.

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#648: Vent-Free Dryers, Retaining Walls, and Energy Use in a Pretty Good House 48:23

1M ago48:23

48:23

Listeners write in about English spray foam and wonky doors and ask questions about vent-free dryers, retaining walls, and home energy use.

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#647: Sealing Can Lights, Porch Conversions, and Redwood Siding 42:39

2M ago42:39

42:39

Listeners write in about opera and keeping young by building and ask questions about leaky light fixtures, porch conversions, and installing wood siding.

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#646: Missing Band Joist, Sustainable Building, and Bath Fans 45:47

2M ago45:47

45:47

Listeners write in about building on a mesas and their experience with pin foundations and ask questions about a missing band joist, sustainable building, and bath ventilation

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#645: Suspect Chimneys, Black Windows, and Worries about Rot 43:57

2M ago43:57

43:57

Listeners write in about condensing dryers, giant gears, and saggy doors. They ask questions about chimney safety, longevity of black windows, and rot-resistant assemblies.

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#644: High Indoor Humidity, Underfloor HVAC Returns, and Textured Ceilings 49:32

2M ago49:32

49:32

Listeners write in about changing careers and organizing volunteer builders and ask questions about high humidity, underfloor cooling, and removing ceiling texture.

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#643: Roof Outsulation, Budgeting Mistakes, and How Much Designer Do You Need 53:34

2M ago53:34

53:34

Listeners write in about tightening a Cape and ask questions about roof insulation, budget busters and how much designer is enough for a basic kitchen remodel.

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#642: Truss Uplift, Wet Ceilings, and Second-Time Siding 49:23

3M ago49:23

49:23

Listeners write in about insulating attics, foundations for additions, and dodgy electrical devices. They ask questions about truss uplift, wet ceilings and siding a second time.

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#641: The Best of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast, Volume 7 46:33

3M ago46:33

46:33

In this best-of episode the FHBcrew discuss windows that open onto decks, keeping kitchen remodels affordable, painting stucco, and more.

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#640: Heating a Shop, Hardwood over Crawlspaces, and Living in a Pretty Good House 59:34

3M ago59:34

59:34

Listeners write in about kiln-dried pressure treated lumber and bad deck details. They ask questions about conditioning a shop, installing hardwood, and building a pretty good house.

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#639: Affordable High-Performance, Protecting Slab-Edge Insulation, and Sinking Foundations 53:19

3M ago53:19

53:19

Listeners write in about water treatment, masonry heaters, and leak detectors. They ask questions about finding builders for high-performance homes, foundation insulation, and foundation settlement.

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#638: Moldy Houses, Picking a Construction Path, and Building on a Mesa 53:36

4M ago53:36

53:36

Listeners write in about changing careers, rain screen raised beds, and introducing people to trade work. They ask questions about buying a moldy house, choosing construction as a career, and building on a sandstone mesa.

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#637: Questions and Conversation with Bill Grande 47:34

4M ago47:34

47:34

A conversation with Bill Grande , Vice President: Codes, Standards and Compliance at electrical device manufacturer Leviton.

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#636: Attic Insulation, Slab Additions, and Code-Compliant Decks 59:06

4M ago59:06

59:06

Listeners write in about wonky doors and hacking water heaters and ask questions about insulating a four square’s attic, adding on to an existing foundation, and deck construction.

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#635: Installing T&G Siding, Mass Timber, and Moldy Minisplits 51:19

4M ago51:19

51:19

Listeners write in about keeping pipes from freezing, and wood species for porch railings. They ask questions about tongue-and-groove siding, mass timber construction, and moldy minisplits.

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#634: Natural Ventilation, Attic Conversions, and Insulating Girder Trusses 52:40

5M ago52:40

52:40

Listeners write in about endangered overhangs, mass timber, and DIY sawmills. They ask questions about opening windows in a Pretty Good House, insulating 2x6 rafters, and insulating trusses.

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#633: Window Leaks, Heated Footings, and Minimalist Builds 1:02:37

5M ago1:02:37

1:02:37

Listeners write in about skinny houses, green-building upgrades, and leak detectors. They ask questions about flashing windows, protecting footings from frost, and back-to-basics home builds.

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#632: DIY Dense-Pack, Wonky Doors, and Airtight Envelope Penetrations 57:37

5M ago57:37

57:37

Listeners write in about landscape lighting, airsealing porch ceilings, and foregoing inspections, and ask questions about DIY dense-pack insulation, fixing a wonky door, and detailing envelope penetrations.

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#631: HVAC Systems, Foundation Footings, and Sinking Garages 1:06:40

5M ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Listeners write in about ADUs, data-hogging washers, and foregoing inspections. They ask questions about replacing functioning HVAC systems, reinforcement for footings, and repairing a garage built on fill.

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#630: Conversation with HVAC experts Eric Weiss and Cristi Pedotto 55:11

6M ago55:11

55:11

The FHB Podcast discusses refrigerants, the HVAC industry, and HVAC worker training.

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Homebuilding Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Fine Homebuilding Podcast

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

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A New Era of Homebuilding

Unity Homes

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#653: Kitchen Design Rules, Insulating Outdoor Columns, and Vapor Retarders 41:46

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Episode 3 | Builder Certifications with Beth Campbell 29:45

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#652: Tool Batteries, Moldy Sheathing Behind Brick, and Rebuilding Decks 39:34

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#651: Pretty Good Houses, Replacing Inset Windows, and Talking Shops 45:29

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Episode 2 | Offsite Construction: The Basics with Jay Lepple 26:07

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Episode 1 | Introducing a New Era of Homebuilding 25:37

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#650: Missing Air Barriers, Bridge in a Barn, and Challenges of Exterior Insulation 49:50

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#649: Sealed Crawlspaces, Problem Porches, and AC in Attics 49:59

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#648: Vent-Free Dryers, Retaining Walls, and Energy Use in a Pretty Good House 48:23

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#647: Sealing Can Lights, Porch Conversions, and Redwood Siding 42:39

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#646: Missing Band Joist, Sustainable Building, and Bath Fans 45:47

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#645: Suspect Chimneys, Black Windows, and Worries about Rot 43:57

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#644: High Indoor Humidity, Underfloor HVAC Returns, and Textured Ceilings 49:32

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#643: Roof Outsulation, Budgeting Mistakes, and How Much Designer Do You Need 53:34

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#642: Truss Uplift, Wet Ceilings, and Second-Time Siding 49:23

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#641: The Best of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast, Volume 7 46:33

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#640: Heating a Shop, Hardwood over Crawlspaces, and Living in a Pretty Good House 59:34

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#639: Affordable High-Performance, Protecting Slab-Edge Insulation, and Sinking Foundations 53:19

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#638: Moldy Houses, Picking a Construction Path, and Building on a Mesa 53:36

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#637: Questions and Conversation with Bill Grande 47:34

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#636: Attic Insulation, Slab Additions, and Code-Compliant Decks 59:06

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#635: Installing T&G Siding, Mass Timber, and Moldy Minisplits 51:19

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#634: Natural Ventilation, Attic Conversions, and Insulating Girder Trusses 52:40

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#633: Window Leaks, Heated Footings, and Minimalist Builds 1:02:37

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#632: DIY Dense-Pack, Wonky Doors, and Airtight Envelope Penetrations 57:37

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#631: HVAC Systems, Foundation Footings, and Sinking Garages 1:06:40

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#630: Conversation with HVAC experts Eric Weiss and Cristi Pedotto 55:11

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