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May 16 2022
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Impact Drivers: How they Work and How to Use them
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Apr 28 2022
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Roofing
Kickout Flashing Keeps Water Out of Walls
Rain should run off the roof and into the gutter
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Apr 7 2022
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Insulation & Air Sealing
There's More to Attic Insulation Than Attic Insulation: There is Venting, Air Sealing, and Misery
How to reduce ice dams, improve thermal performance, and boost the durability of homes with vented, insulated attics
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Dec 20 2021
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Exterior Insulation Is Required in Zones 4 and 5, and Other 2021 IECC updates
There are new words and numbers in the energy code, like "tested for tightness," R-60, and 20+5
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Oct 7 2021
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WRB & Flashing
Low Slope Roofing: Troubleshooting in Advance
Use membranes, drain to an open edge, slope everything, and read the *darned* manual(s)
May 27 2021
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WRB & Flashing
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Insulation & Air Sealing
How to Answer the "Are Tight Houses Bad?" Question
When talking to homeowners or trade contractors about energy-efficient construction this question is inevitable. The answer: Tight houses are good because they lower energy bills and increase comfort. But there's a big BUT
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Mar 29 2021
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Framing
The Best Way to Frame: Less Wood, More Thought
Less is more, more or less. And now it is codified.
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Dec 1 2020
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WRB & Flashing
Liquid-Applied, UV, and General Purpose Flashing: What to Use Where
For each project, installers face a number of material decisions for how best to protect the building envelope
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Oct 8 2020
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Tools
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Woodworking
Bosch Colt Palm Router Combination Kit Review
Bosch Colt Palm Router Combination Kit Gets Your Trim Routing Off to a Great Start
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Jul 14 2020
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Tools
Maiden Voyage: Milwaukee M12 Heated Jacket System
A high-quality jacket that adds BTUs to your bod when you need ’em most: on a roof in Minnesota during winter
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Jun 25 2020
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Tools
Breaking Down Gender Bias: A Toolkit for Construction Business Owners
Words, actions, and people matter
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Jun 24 2020
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Windows & Doors
10 Most Common Window Installation Mistakes
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Jun 18 2020
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Statement of Solidarity
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Jun 4 2020
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Roofing
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Siding & Exterior Trim
Moisture Management Guide: Three Design Rules
When plumbing lines burst, people notice. Unfortunately, a lot of the moisture damage in houses has nothing to do with bulk water.
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Apr 22 2020
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Tools
Makita Cordless 12-inch Miter Saw: #WorthIT!
This battery-powered miter saw delivers all the power you need
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Apr 20 2020
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Tile, Flooring, Drywall
The Engineering, Building Science, and Code Implications of Marijuana Grow Rooms
Like kitchen bath remodels, it involves plumbing, ventilation, electrical upgrades, waterproofing, and building inspectors
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Mar 20 2020
COVID-19 Survey
Please take 3-5 minutes to share your plans to date and help other housing and real estate professionals dealing with the same issues.
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Feb 25 2020
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Framing
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Framing Nailer – Hands-on
These nailers can fire nails as fast as you can pull the trigger. Really.
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Feb 15 2020
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Windows & Doors
Window Rough Opening Basics
A perfect window installation starts with a perfect rough opening
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