The latest offering from the Build Show Network is a free 10 unit course on building science. As I go through the course, Iāll include highlights in the Smart Homeowner Daily Email. Why it matters: If youāre ready for some truth, here it is: Building quality standards and expectations are pitifully low. I see it […]
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I attended a neighborhood meeting last night where my Councilmember covered zoning basics. Why it matters: Zoning and zoning changes have an immediate impact on where we live. āļøĀ How it works: Zoning has 2 primary components. šĀ Allowed uses Zoning determines if land can be used for residential, multi-family, mixed use, commercial or industrial purposes. šĀ Physical
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In case you missed it, the subject line is a quote from the original Ghostbusters. š Iām wrapping up my āGhost behind the dishwasherā series with some general concepts and a final show-and-tell. Click here for Part 1, here for part 2. Why it matters: Anytime you have work done on your house and an
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After getting down to the studs behind my dishwasher, I got to work air sealing. Why it matters: Air, moisture, heat and pests all need a pathway to get in the house. āļøĀ How it works: Blocking the air pathway can be accomplished with several methods. šĀ Start with rigid material for larger gaps Plywood, OSB, Zip
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When my dishwasher mounting brackets broke, I decided to use the opportunity to address a bigger issue. Why it matters: Hidden areas behind appliances and cabinets can be a major a source of air leakage in a house. š¼ļøĀ The big picture: Iāll show you how I dealt with this over the next few days, but
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If youāre still in shock from your summer electricity bills, you might be thinking ā¦ We really need more insulation. āĀ Stop. Insulation is step 2. š¦Ā Pro Spotlight Cody Bridwell of Blown Away Insulation starts with step 1. š£Ā Air sealing is step 1. Insulating without air sealing is like going outside when itās 20 degrees and
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You made it through the brutal summer, even if your concrete didnāt. Why it matters: If youāre ready to repair your concrete or even add on to a patio, now is great time to do it. āļøĀ How it works: Concrete is stronger when you give it the right amount of time to cure. Fall is
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Fellow homeowners, please read and digest this email to make sure your home is protected. Why it matters: The insurance landscape is changing, and you need to know what to expect. š¼ļøĀ The big picture: Insurance carriers are looking for ways to cut cost. For the average homeowner, these are often subtle, if not hidden. āļøĀ How
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I appreciate all the attention youāre giving my home! That was a rewarding text to get last night from a client whose home is halfway through a project right now. Why it matters: When you hire someone to work on your home, baked into the price is a certain level of attentiveness and attention to
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You donāt have to dive into the smart lighting world to improve your outdoor lighting. Why it matters: Sometimes āgoodā is āgood enough.ā š The most important step is to clarify your priorities as you address the big 3 purposes for outdoor lighting: security, safety and beauty. šĀ For security Replace standard flood light bulbs with
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