All Episodes

Heat Pumps in the Mountains: Are They Worth the Money?

Home Storm Damage: What to Do Before Insurance Approval

Sawmills: From the Old Days to Modern Lumber Production

How Timber Was Logged Before Trucks and Modern Machines

Rubber: The Material That Changed the World

Labor Day: History, Facts and the Events That Changed American Work

General Stores

Not So Sci-Fi: The Future of Building Is Already Here

How Homes Have Changed Since 1976

Concrete: From Ancient Rome to Greener Construction

Tiny Homes, ADUs, and the Future of Housing in North Carolina

Built on Freedom: America's First 250 Years

Summer heat is here

How Small Contractors Can Compete With Big Companies

Listener Questions: Landscaping, Ladder Safety, and DIY Homeowner Tips

Framing the Structure: Headers, Spans, and Load Calculations

Lost Trades of Appalachia

🐜 Carpenter Ants in Your Home? Don’t Ignore Them.

Saw Blades, Sharpening & Choosing the Right Blade

Hanging out with Cotton!

Landscaping That Works: Drainage, Design & Smart Materials

Insurance, Contracts, and the $40K Rule in NC

Scam Alert: Protecting Your Money in a Digital World

It All Starts With the Footer

Your questions, answered!

Welcome Home: A 2nd Grader’s View of the New Valle Crucis School

Homeowner Help Desk: Your Questions Answered

Myths About Solar Power: What’s True, What’s Not, and What Homeowners Should Know

Is Homeownership Still Worth It? Renting vs Buying in Today’s Market

How to Build a Successful Construction Business in 2026

The Future of Battery Technology: Beyond Lithium, Solar, and Wind

Women Building the Future

The Benefits of Smart Home Technology

Holiday Home Prep: Quick Fixes Before Guests Arrive

James from Appalachian Pressure Washing and Staining

💧 Flashing Problems: Small Mistakes, Big Leaks! 💧

Barns and Building Codes: Understanding NC’s Farm Building Rules

Old Ways, New Builds – Traditional Construction That Still Shapes Our Homes

Winterizing Your Home for Snowbirds

Mountain Strong – Recovery and Resilience After Hurricane Helene

Exchanging Air!

Beams: The Backbone of Your Home

Driveway Decisions: Gravel, Asphalt, or Concrete?

Trus Joist® Explained: Stronger Floors, Smarter Design

Floor Trusses: Strong, Smart, and Span-Savvy

Strong Floors: Understanding Floor Joist Spans

Holding the Line: Building Strong Retaining Walls

Holding the Line: Gabion Walls, Railroad Ties, and the Battle Against Erosion

Bardominium Part 2

Mountain Dreams & Barndominiums Realities

Fun times with the kids!

Memorial Day

Why You Can’t Build a Beach House in the Mountains

Roofing Underlayment!

Fixing It Right: Roof Repairs, Permits, Mold & More

Wood Matters: Hardness, Strength & Best Uses

Inside the World of Lumber: A Conversation with Brian Marbet from New River Hardwoods

Building Faster & Smarter – The Power of Panelized Construction

Tiny Home Construction

Spring into Action!

Home Maintenance 101: What Every Young Adult Needs to Know

Studs: Wood, Metal, and Engineered Strength

🔋 EV Installs, Battery Backup Systems, and More! 🔋

DIY Disasters: Common Mistakes and When to Call in the Pros

Winter Maintenance Tips

Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness for Your Home

Christmas Special

Tackling Roofing and Ventilation Issues for a Healthy Home

Building Success: Tips for Growing Small Construction Businesses on Small Business Saturday

Insulation, Efficiency, and Community News

Building the Future: Top 10 Innovations Transforming Construction

Shocking Your Well & Basement Waterproofing: Essential Tips for Homeowners

The New Normal!

Rebuilding After the Storm: Essential Home Recovery Tips Post-Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene Updates

Navigating Construction Material Shortages

Most In-Demand Construction Jobs

Building Strong and Sustainable: The Benefits of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)

Off-Gassing: The Hidden Dangers in Building Products

Advanced Safety Tips for Home Remodeling

Home Remodeling Safety Essentials

Solid Foundations: The Story of Concrete

Shelter from the Storm: Building for Tornado Safety

Hanging out with the kids!

How the American Revolution Transformed Construction and Build America

Home Care & Design: Listener Questions Answered

Design in Utility Rooms

Budget-Savvy Remodeling: Essential Tips and Checklists for Your Next Home Project

Mastering Home Construction: From Planning to Hidden Costs

Engineering in Mountain Home Construction with Patrick Beville

Wall Sheeting: Walls Reinforced!

Building Blocks: Exploring Subfloors, Moisture Management, and Basement Basic

Hanging in There: The Joist Hanger

Structural Showdown: Comparing Balloon and Platform Framing

Luxurious House!

Networking Your Nest: A Deep Dive into Home Networks with Elite Cabling and Ethernet

Talking about Fruit Trees with Travis Small

Growing Construction Industry w/ Insulating Services Inc

We All Need Appliances!

Frame of Steel: The Future of Deck Construction