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#730: Septic Fix, Insulating a Cape, and Ducts in Plenum Trusses

This episode covers a range of home improvement topics, including effective insulation strategies for Cape Cod-style homes, the benefits and considerations of using plenum trusses for HVAC ducts, and the importance of proper air sealing and ventilation. The hosts also discuss the challenges and solutions for off-grid living, especially regarding water sourcing, and share personal anecdotes about tool use and home projects.

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#733: Double-Stud Walls, Construction Second Career, and Hardwood on Concrete Slabs

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The Fine Homebuilding Podcast

#730: Septic Fix, Insulating a Cape, and Ducts in Plenum Trusses

#733: Double-Stud Walls, Construction Second Career, and Hardwood on Concrete Slabs

#732: Indoor Humidity, Spreading Kneewalls, and Interior Air Barriers

#731: Risks of CO, Proper Painting Sequence, and Detailing Felt WRBs

#730: Septic Fix, Insulating a Cape, and Ducts in Plenum Trusses

#729: Robots, Construction Second Career, and Building on Piers

#716: Shop Foundations, Steam Showers, and Sealing a Brick Crawlspace

#715: Affordable Tools, Motivating Trade Workers, and Whole-House Dehumidifiers

#706: LIVE From the 2025 Fine Homebuilding Summit