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In this episode, Colin and Jimmy welcome David Crow, VP of Benjamin Franklin Plumbing in Arlington TX. David shares his story about what let him to plumbing and ultimately to Benjamin Franklin. They talk about skyrocketing plumbing costs and material delays and shortages, such as water heaters and tubs. They also discuss the water freeze in Texas in 2021. In the second half of the episode, Davis discusses why it takes forever to get hot water on one side of the house and not the other. He shares tips and cost savings ideas for homeowners such as circulating pumps, tankless water heaters, and hybrid water heaters. Forty fourth episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy discuss sugar ants, excavating, and @TimberTech decking. They also talk about fasteners, hidden decking systems, and provide advice about deck sagging. Forty third episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy discuss gift ideas for Father's day: Cooling towels, Black + Decker 20V Max Cordless Drill/Driver, Garden tools, battery powered, Wire Stripping Tool and Wire Cutters, Power washers, ToiletTree shower saving mirror, and Lutron’s Caseta Outdoor Smart Plug and Smart Shades. Big thank you to this week's sponsor Shopify! www.shopify/com/studs Forty second episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy welcome homeowner, Lugene Kelley. They discuss owning a home, remodeling projects, and trends in the housing market. They also talk about buying construction materials in 2022, delays, and increasing costs. Lugene discusses her renovations and her neighborhood in the Carolinas. Forty first episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy discuss summer landscaping in New England, including tips on water sprinklers and fertilizer. They also talk about increasing construction materials costs, and what to ask your contractor about these costs before your, during, and after you remodeling project. Use our special BTS code to receive $300.00 OFF of your order and FREE shipping at www.liveouter.com/studs Fortieth episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy discuss solar energy with Nigel Mcfarland. They discuss the pros and cons of leasing vs owning solar panels. Shout out to this week’s sponsor! Visit www.fastgrowingtrees.com/behindthestuds Thirty ninth episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy tackle recent questions from the Home Improvement forum on Reddit! Posted by u/un_confident. Gap between siding and ground: We have a pretty large gap between the bottom of our siding and the ground, it’s allowing both critters and plants to grow up beside the house. What’s the best way to close up this gap and clean up around the edge where plants won’t grow (and hopefully make it look a lot nicer than just dirt or weeds) Posted by u/upended-reality: sliding glass door or deck build first? we are trying to plan out some modifications to our addition in the back yard. we want to add a 8x10 deck and sliding glass doors. this is all for the second floor. the question is do we build out the deck first then knock out the wall to install the sliding glass? or try to install the door first. it seems sketchy to try to install the doors without having a surface to work on from the outside. but building a deck with no entrance to it seems weird too. i'm just trying to get an idea for the order of operations. we don't have a layout or design yet. Posted by u/Farquea: How do you keep on top of all the jobs and projects you identify around your house? I'm a relatively new home owner and a bit if a perfectionist and very detail oriented. Around my house I have a long list of projects as well as regular maintenance jobs to do. I find I simply don't have the time to get everything done and so my question is how do you do it, managing to stay on top of the things you need to or is it a case of accepting that I'll never have everything 'done' and perfect? Posted by u/No_Fee_9021 “Hottest” kitchen countertops right now? Replacing kitchen countertops and sink, pretty certain I want a “farmers” style sink that’s for certain. I’ve always had granite countertops but now I’m uncertain if that’s the way to go. On one hand I know how to clean them, and they obviously handle heat really well. Quartz, marble, granite, butcher block, soapstone? We live in Connecticut if that makes a difference? Does anyone have a certain type of countertop and absolutely hate or love it? Thank you. (Money doesn’t matter, this is my “splurge”) Posted by u/goundeclared: Most efficient way to remove old kitchen backsplash? Hey, I'm doing a small kitchen remodeling and wanted to remove the old backsplash and re-tile it. I've tried to preserve the drywall the best I can, but the tiles are large and difficult to remove. What would be the best way to approach this? Posted by u/christian4000fish: How much to spend on a stud finder? I am going to attempt to run Ethernet in my house. I may have other questions at some point. But right now I want to buy a stud finder. There are some cheap ones around $20. And then there is a craftsman around $50. Should I just buy the cheap one? Thanks. Posted by u/mmhm__ : Will removing the bathtub from the sole bathroom decrease the value of my house? My house is a 3 bedroom, one bathroom bungalow. The sole bathroom is downstairs in the middle of the house. It's outdated and I'd like to renovate. I have no kids or plans for babies so I'd like to remove the tub and make it shower only as part of the renovation. Will this decrease the resale value since many people would consider it a "starter home" for families who may want a bathtub for babies and whatnot? Shout out to this week’s sponsor Shopify! Visit www.shopify.com/studs Thirty eighth episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy discuss windows sills and caulking tips. They also talk about buying materials from box stores vs local businesses vs a lumber yard. Thirty seventh episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

A little of this, and a little of that, this jam packed episode features a few ghost stories, changes in construction materials and price surges. Colin and Jimmy also discuss drop ceilings vs drywall ceilings in basement renovations and tips to help make that decision in your next project. Thirty sixth episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy discuss exterior building products and supply chain with Sherwood Lumber. They welcome Todd London and Mike Glowacki, and together, they talk about hot products and trends in the market. What has changed since the pandemic? How does the supply chain work and what can homeowners and contractors expect in the future? Will prices stop going up? How long will housing demand continue to grow? Find out in this episode! Shout out to Outer! Get $300 off your order at www.liveouter.com/studs Thirty fifth episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy discuss electrical safety with Dan Mock, VP of Operations at Mister Sparky. Shout out to Fast Growing Trees! Get 15% off your order at www.fastgrowingtrees.com/behindthestuds Thirty fourth episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.

In this episode, Colin and Jimmy welcome Brian Wick, general manager and owner of One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning. For the first half of the episode, they discuss contractor trades, employee culture, and Brian's unique hiring process. They also talk about the importance of customer service in the construction industry and contractor services. In the second part of the episode, Brian speaks to the types of questions that homeowners should be asking their HVAC technicians. How does my duct work look? What does my blower wheel look like? What does my evaporator coil look like? How often do I really need to change my filter? Thirty third episode from Behind the Studs Season 4, your go-to home improvement podcast.