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A Complete Basement Remodel
A Complete Basement Remodel
The new family room is all done and furnished and looks terrrific. Bob talks with Sarah Monzon, the homeowner who also acted as the general ...
A Panelized Home: Preparing the Foundation
A Panelized Home: Preparing the Foundation
A solid foundation is more than a footprint. That's why the Hammonds took the time to work through the design details before deciding on a shallow ...
Adapting New Technology to Historic Properties
Adapting New Technology to Historic Properties
Bob Berle shows Bob Vila the bowels of the home and points out the decay that was prevalent but currently under repair. The 35,000 square foot ...
Advantages of a Precast Foundation System
Advantages of a Precast Foundation System
Chris Vila joins Superior Walls’ Mel Zimmerman to talk about a few of the benefits of a factory-built foundation system. Constructed in a ...
Applying the Wood Moldings
Applying the Wood Moldings
After Bob and Ryley check out progress in the basement, they take a look at some of the finish carpentry techniques for applying the moldings.
Asbestos In Your Home
Asbestos In Your Home
Once a common element in a wide range of building materials, asbestos is now known to be a serious health risk. Before you start a serious remodel ...
Attaching Steel Support Beams to the Foundation
Attaching Steel Support Beams to the Foundation
The structural steel supports are delivered and Bob discusses their unique construction. Ryley drills the necessary holes and the supports are ...
Avoiding Flood Damage Protecting Your Property
Avoiding Flood Damage Protecting Your Property
Flood protection can involve a variety of changes to your house and property–changes that can vary in complexity and cost. You may be able to make ...
Backfilling the Basement Foundation System and Installing the Deck Supports
Backfilling the Basement Foundation System and Installing the Deck Supports
At the modular home site in the Berkshires in Western Massachusetts Bob meets with Michael Shiels to discuss the backfilling of the Superior Walls ...
Basement Access Doors
Basement Access Doors
If you're looking to bring basement access to your home, there are many options to choose from. Even with an existing home with no basement door, ...
Basement Finishing System Installation
Basement Finishing System Installation
An Owens Corning "Basement Finishing System" is being installed at the sister project house. Bob takes us through the framing process, which ...
Basement Kitchen
Basement Kitchen
Behind the Scenes - Executive Mansion
Basement Remodel Update
Basement Remodel Update
Bob recaps the work done so far in the basement remodeling project. The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System has provided the walls and the ...
Basement Remodeling Ideas: Overcoming Obstacles
Basement Remodeling Ideas: Overcoming Obstacles
Basements don’t have to be cold, dark rooms hidden from public view. Try these tips to turn your home’s lowest level into a pinnacle of design and ...
Basement Remodeling Recap
Basement Remodeling Recap
Bob recaps the work done so far in the basement remodeling project in Melrose, Massachusetts, converting an old cluttered basement into a playroom ...
Basement Remodels Find Space for Living
Basement Remodels Find Space for Living
Consider your basement when looking for additional living space. The cost to convert existing space is far lower than new construction and can ...
Basement Storage
Basement Storage
Cellar or basement, the space beneath your main floor provides many options for storage—provided it is moisture free.
Basement Trim
Basement Trim
Behind the Scenes - Executive Mansion
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
One of the key aspects of refinishing a basement is making sure it's dry and warm. Bob talks with Larry Janesky of Basement Systems about the ...
Benefits and Costs of Systems Approach to Finishing a Basement
Benefits and Costs of Systems Approach to Finishing a Basement
Bob talks with Suzanne Mitchell and Frank Palmeri of Owens Corning about the basement finishing system. Mitchell explains that the walls are ...
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