The Fine Homebuilding Podcast
The Fine Homebuilding Podcast is all about answering YOUR construction, design, and building science questions. From foundation waterproofing to roof flashing, we take on your building, remodeling and design challenges with the know-how of North America’s most-trusted home building brand.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 51 minutes
- Episodes
- 728
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
#28: Work boots, attic ducts and insulation, weather barriers and over-driven nails, and reusing building materials.
Work boots; attic ductwork, dampers, and blow-in insulation; weather barriers, over-driven nails, wall sheathing, and liquid flashing; and the pros and cons of reusing material are discussed by host …
#27: A look at how to build a whole house on a tight budget.
In this episode, host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo tackle the challenge of building a whole house on a very tight budget. They cover e…
#26: Drywall, building for limited mobility, and preparing exteriors for paint
Drywall, preparing residences for people with limited mobility, why putting TVs above fireplaces is gross, and preparing clapboard and shingle siding for painting are the topics discussed by host and…
#25: Partition-Wall Window, Pergolas, and Fire Blocking
Partition-Wall Window, Pergolas, and Fire Blocking are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#24: STAFDA Convention, Vinyl-Siding Penetrations, Kitchen-Island Venting, and Rough Openings
STAFDA, Vinyl-Siding Penetrations, Kitchen-Island Venting, and Rough Openings are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, associate editor Patrick McCombe, and d…
#23: Attic Upgrade, Exterior Siding, and DIY Dense Pack
Attic Upgrades, Exterior Siding, and DIY Dense-Pack Cellulose are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#22: McMansions, Whole-House Ventilation, and Thermal and Ignition Barriers
McMansions, Whole-House Ventilation, and Thermal and Ignition Barriers are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#21: Finished Basements, Bleeping Cussing, and Roof Issues
Finished Basements, Bleeping Cussing, and Roof Issues are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#20: Trusses, Windows, Decking, and Foundations
Trusses, Windows, Decking, and Foundations are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#19: Risky Performance Assemblies, Sustainable Efficiency, and Wall Cracks
Risky Performance Assemblies, Sustainable Efficiency, and Wall Cracks are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#18: Linear Drains, Exterior Weatherization, and Mudsill Repair
Linear Drains, Exterior Weatherization, and Mudsill Repair are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#17: Trimming Curved Stairs, Soundproofing, and Air-Sealing Drywall
Trimming Curved Stairs, Soundproofing, and Air-Sealing Drywall are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#16: Conditioned Attics, Job-Site Problem Solving, and Dormers
Conditioned Attics, Job-Site Problem Solving, and Dormers are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#15: Bath Design, Sentimental Tools, and #KeepCraftAlive
Bath Design, Sentimental Tools, and #KeepCraftAlive are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#14: Vinyl Siding, Mixing Trim Styles, Flash-and-Batt Insulation, and Apprenticing
Vinyl Siding, Mixing Trim Styles, Flash-and-Batt Insulation, and Apprenticing are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#13: Wood Floor Patching, Window Trim, Big-Box Stores, Staining Pine, and Plaster
Wood Floor Patching, Window Trim, Big-Box Stores, Staining Pine, and Plaster are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#12: Performance Walls, Excavation Issues, and Roof Replacement
Performance Walls, Excavation Issues, and Roof Replacement are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and design editor Brian Pontolilo.
#11: Floor Leveling, Crawlspaces, and Structural Beams
Floor Leveling, Crawlspaces, and Structural Beams are discussed by host and managing editor Justin Fink, editor in chief Rob Yagid, and associate editor Patrick McCombe.
#10: Doors, Cabinetry, and Basement Insulation
In this episode, host and managing editor Justin Fink talks with editor in chief Rob Yagid and design editor Brian Pontolilo about Doors, Cabinetry, and Basement Insulation.
#9: Home Performance, Floor Squeaks, and Bath Remodeling
In this episode, host and managing editor Justin Fink talks with editor in chief Rob Yagid and design editor Brian Pontolilo about home performance, floor squeaks, and bath remodeling.