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6 Rules for Quality, Safe, and Efficient Labor
In a society in which building mentors may be hard to find, Kevin Ireton offers advice for how to go about doing the hard part of building.
Removing Lead Paint: DIY or Hire a Contractor?
The podcast hosts discuss safe ways and tools for removing lead paint, deciding whether or not to use a contractor, and determining if the wood siding is worth saving.
Vented vs. Ventless Gas Heater
The podcast team explains how ventless gas heaters work, why they are dangerous and potentially not worth the cheap price, and what to consider instead.
Working Around Live Wires
Complying with OSHA requirements means protecting workers from the risk of electric shock.
DIY Dump Truck
Use plywood resting on tennis balls to slide trash and other loads out of a truck bed.
Personal Safety Gear for Tiling
Wear a few inexpensive safety accessories to protect your eyes, ears, lungs, and hands during the various phases of tiling.
Finger Bandage
To hold bandages in place, self-adherent wrap contours to your finger and forms a tighter seal than standard first-aid tape.
Podcast Short: Knob-and-Tube Wiring
The team discusses how to deal with this outdated type of wiring often found in older homes.
Prioritizing Safety for Everyone, on Every Building Project
Use this hand-curated collection of resources to help you plan and prepare for a safe job when working on houses.
Plan Ahead: Accessing a Drywall Job Site
Evaluating your job-site access before drywall delivery will save you time and labor.

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