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Wilson

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Andy Lantzman

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Van Diest

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Brighton Butler

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Wilson

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Andy Lantzman

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Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

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Wilson

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Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

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Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

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Anonymous

Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

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Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

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Anonymous

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Andy Lantzman

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Van Diest

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Brighton Butler

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Anonymous

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

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Who can use the checklists?
  • 🏠 New Construction Homes (Custom & Production)
  • 🏡 Pre-Existing Home Purchases
  • 🛠️ Renovations
  • 📝 Homeowners planning their build months or years before finding a builder
What will the checklist do?
  • Save time and frustration due to miscommunication
  • Save money on multiple Change Orders (avg. $300 per change)
  • Ensure all your upgrades/features get added to the contract
  • Spark unique ideas of upgrades you didn’t even know existed
  • Communicate a clear vision to the builder
  • Finalize a list of all your upgrades and features
  • A list to check off when features/upgrades are completed
When’s the best time to start using the checklist?

The sooner, the better, especially if you’re still in the dreaming and planning stage. Ideally, start before you buy land or lock in your plans. The checklists walks you through every phase (from land search to final walkthrough), so starting early helps you avoid costly mistakes and last-minute changes.


Already mid-build? Read through it ASAP so you can make any important changes before drywall goes up. It’s still helpful after, but it really shines when you use it pre-drywall.

How will I receive the digital checklists?

You’ll get your checklists by email right after checkout. You’ll receive two emails:

  1. A confirmation email (your receipt)
  2. Another email with links to download your checklistsIf you don’t see them in a few minutes, check your Spam or Promotions folder. Still can’t find them? Just contact us and we’ll take care of it.
Can I use the checklist for renovations?

Definitely. Most items apply whether you’re building new or remodeling. Just skip the land or foundation sections. Even one missed detail in a reno can cost thousands, this keeps everything organized and mistake-free.

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  • by Megan Haskins

Make Sure Your Garage Gets a Garage Door Threshold

Ask your builder if they plan on a garage door threshold. A garage door threshold creates a small raised lip behind the garage door that helps keep wind-driven rain from making its way into your garage. It’s a small detail...

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Get an outdoor kitchen even if your budget is cooked…
  • by Megan Haskins

Get an outdoor kitchen even if your budget is cooked…

Want an outdoor kitchen, but it’s not in the budget right now? Don’t build it. Prep for it. While the trades are already there, run the utilities you’ll need for a future outdoor kitchen. Then you can add the kitchen...

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The stuff behind your siding matters more than you think…
  • by Megan Haskins

The stuff behind your siding matters more than you think…

Your siding isn’t your last line of defense against water. The sheathing and weather barrier behind it are doing a whole lot more work than most people realize. Here are your options for what goes behind your sheathing. Traditional Housewrap...

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Stop Putting Doors on Lower Kitchen Cabinets!
  • by Megan Haskins

Stop Putting Doors on Lower Kitchen Cabinets!

You should put drawers in almost every lower cabinet. Everything Comes to You Think about a traditional lower cabinet. You open the doors, crouch down, move three pots out of the way, and reach into the back trying to find...

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Mounting a TV Above the Fireplace? Plan These First
  • by Megan Haskins

Mounting a TV Above the Fireplace? Plan These First

These are the top things to consider when having a TV mounted above the fireplace. Run Conduit Behind the TV This is probably the first thing I'd ask for. Run conduit from behind the TV down into your built-in cabinet...

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Don’t Build a House Where You Hear Every Flush
  • by Megan Haskins

Don’t Build a House Where You Hear Every Flush

Most builders only insulate exterior walls. That’s why you hear every flushing toilet, TV, and teenager through the interior walls. The fix is to insulate the interior walls too and if the budget’s tight, start where it matters most …...

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