Jobsite Know-How
Jobsite Know-How
How to Retrofit Foundation Footings
To make a low-height basement a more comfortable living space, this remodeler digs deeper but needs to add support to do so
Construction
6 Must-Knows for Installing Pocket Doors
Save your sanity: Do it right the first time
Construction Practices
Crawl Spaces to Basements: Proceed with Caution
Converting a crawl space to other uses can upgrade a home and add significant value, but when done incorrectly, it can also be disastrous
Jobsite Know-How
The Ins and Outs of Pedestal Tile Systems
A non-exhaustive overview of all things pedestal tile systems
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How to Slip Peel-and-Stick Roof Membrane Under Existing Step Flashing
The trick is to use narrow strips of membrane and a triangular stick
How to Cut Holes in Drywall
Tools and techniques for making perfect electrical box cutouts every time
Nailed It
Three carpenters come clean about their injuries from using “bump nailers”—nail guns with contact triggers
How to Scribe Wood to Brick
Tips for making a perfect joint where wood meets brick or other irregular surfaces
How To Build Rot-Resistant Deck Beams
Built-up deck beams create seams that collect water and inhibit drying. Using spacers between 2-bys creates an airspace that promotes drainage and speeds drying.
Estimating Shortcuts for Circular Concrete Shapes
There’s more than one way to calculate quantities for curved slabs and tube forms. We review the standard math, add a shortcut, and throw in a cheat sheet for good measure.
Roofing Details for Storm Country
Properly overlapping metal flashing, sealing tapes, and peel-and-stick membranes keeps wind-driven water from getting into the house
Easy Joist Blocking for Wood I-Joists
Adding plywood gussets to short lengths of I-joist makes for easy-to-install blocking in an engineered floor frame