Green Building Advisor

Here’s a unique application for the X Bracket System from @Insofastllc: creating a floor assembly with space…

Using a thermal image camera and hygrometer to indicate condensation and mold risk of indoor surfaces. Testo…

Light-emitting diode (LED) technology has long been touted as the energy smart choice for homeowners…

Here’s a look at @powerwool, a newer mineral wool insulation option on the market. Dan tells us a bit about…

These wall and roof panels are made in a modern facility, install quickly, and are at the core of a…

Small houses are at a disadvantage when blower door testing and using the air change per hour at 50 Pascals…

Creating an airtight connection between a frost-protected shallow foundation and the wall framing can be…

Check out this wall assembly. @northernbuiltpro is back at his local @habitatforhumanity project to show how…

In Ecuador's highlands, Arrayanes House was designed around a simple premise: In Puembo’s mild…

What if your mortgage could help pay for your home’s energy upgrades? A new program called Lowtility lets…

Renovation creates opportunities to improve water management, airtightness, insulation, and durability, but…

Habitat for Humanity is setting a great example of what it means to build tight. @northernbuiltpro is out at…

In celebration of International Flashing Awarness Day, we're is highlighting one of the most important—and…

I’ve been fortunate to attend every Fine Homebuilding Summit to date, and I have to say, they just keep…

It’s officially day 1 at the FHB Summit and we’re so glad you’re here! Hope you’re ready to dive in to all…

Allison Bailes join us on the GBA Conversation to discuss the successes, mistakes, and ongoing improvements…

What are you waiting for?! There’s only 1 week left to get your ticket for the Fine Homebuilding Summit! 2…

Concrete is essential material in the way we build our homes, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take a look at…

What is it about old-growth lumber that makes it so legendary? And if it’s so great, why don’t we use it…

Attached garages became common in the U.S. after World War II, as car ownership increased and builders began…

No two historic masonry buildings are exactly alike, which is why understanding an existing building's…

Over the past few years as a designer and construction coach, Amber Westerman has had the privilege of…

Adding continuous exterior insulation (CEI) to an older home isn't always straightforward. One of the…

The term "energy efficiency" is everywhere. You can find it on labels, in codes, in marketing, but does the…