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Learn how Certified Energy Analysts can help you tighten your home's building envelope and make it more energy efficient.

Certified Energy Analysts
Episode 7
Season 1
(00:03:29)

See how a carpenter upgrades an existing home's building envelope by replacing and sealing windows, joists and and the attic.

The Fixes
Episode 7
Season 1
(00:04:02)

Learn how the building envelope protects your home from exterior elements, including moisture, warm and cold air, mold and mildew and saves you money on energy costs.

The Building Envelope
Episode 7
Season 1
(00:04:56)

See how to improve the building evelope protecting your home by sealing leaks and insulating walls and your attic.

Improving the Envelope
Episode 7
Season 1
(00:01:05)

Fiber cement Board is a durable, long-lasting alternative to wood siding, with a much longer life and none of wood's traditional maintenance issues.

Fiber Cement Board Manufacturing
Episode 6
Season 1
(00:02:02)

Vinyl siding provides builders and home owners with a wide choice of styles and colors for a durable, long-lasting exterior to your home.

Vinyl Siding Manufacturing
Episode 6
Season 1
(00:04:08)

In this video, you'll see how modern exterior materials and techniques help prevent another

Evolution of Exterior Finishes
Episode 6
Season 1
(00:02:44)

See how a variety of traditional and modern exterior finishes, professionally installed, can protect your home from the elements, especially water damage to the interior, for many years.

Exterior Finishes
Episode 6
Season 1
(00:04:01)

Watch this video to see how proper installation of windows can add value and protect your home from the elements.

Window Installation
Episode 5
Season 1
(00:03:49)

Watch this video to see how proper installation of doors can add value and protect your home from the elements.

Door Installation
Episode 5
Season 1
(00:03:43)

See the new options available to enhance the value of your home, including: finishes, materials, latches, hinges, etc.

Door Hardware
Episode 5
Season 1
(00:02:17)

See the advantages of new roofing materials and how they can add value to your home.

Roofing Materials
Episode 4
Season 1
(00:02:32)

Watch how a carpenter sets up a ladder to allow him to safely work on a roof.

Ladder Safety
Episode 4
Season 1
(00:01:05)

Learn how modern materials and proper installation will protect your home from ice and water damage.

Roof Preparation
Episode 4
Season 1
(00:03:30)

This video shows you how carpenters use proper tools and techniques to install shingles on a roof.

Shingling
Episode 4
Season 1
(00:02:32)

Valleys made by curves and angles in the roof require special skills to ensure a water tight roof. See how a carpenter installs shingles in the valleys of a roof.

Shingling Valley installation
Episode 4
Season 1
(00:05:07)

Traditional and new materials used in framing

Framing Materials
Episode 3
Season 1
(00:01:35)

Stick framing, the piece by piece framing on the project site

Stick Framing
Episode 3
Season 1
(00:00:46)

How a nail is manufactured, from raw materials to packaging

Manufacturing a Nail
Episode 3
Season 1
(00:02:06)

Overview of framing the skeleton of a building.

Framing Overview
Episode 3
Season 1
(00:01:08)

<p>Follow these tips for choosing a contractor to ensure a successful project.</p>

Tip #2: How to Choose a Contractor
Episode 2
Season 1
(00:01:00)

Total Station Technology Explained

Total Station Technology Explained
Episode 2
Season 1
(00:02:31)

Layout Technology

Layout Technology
Episode 2
Season 1
(00:03:16)

Insulating Concrete Forms

Insulating Concrete Forms
Episode 2
Season 1
(00:03:27)

<p>Follow these tips for choosing a contractor to ensure a successful project.</p>

Tip #1: How to Choose a Contractor
Episode 1
Season 1
(00:01:00)

<p>Tightening the building envelope means a commitment to sustainability, green building and the best return on investment.</p>

Energy and the Environment
Episode 1
Season 1
(00:02:10)

<p>Advancements in engineering inspire a new world of building materials and applications, and less waste.</p>

Quality Materials, Quality Construction
Episode 1
Season 1
(00:03:23)

<p>Get an overview of the requisite training involved with being a carpenter and listen to an industry expert discuss the evolution of the trade, from the foundational skill set to continuing education.</p>

Training and More Training
Episode 1
Season 1
(00:02:59)

<p>Mini-documentary about the history of the first trade union established in the nation - the Carpenters union. See what went into making the union what it is today, from its early years to advancements in training and technology.</p>

Carpenters Then & Now
Episode 1
Season 1
(00:02:45)

<p>See the level of instruction, discipline and commitment by the students at the Carpenters' Apprentice School, and the union's dedicated effort to produce highly skilled professionals for now and the future.</p>

In-Depth Look at an Apprentice School
Episode 1
Season 1
(00:01:38)

ASK DICK

Dick the Carpenter is a retired union carpenter with more than 50 years of experience under his tool belt. Since joining the union at 17 years of age and embarking on decades of dedication to his trade, Dick has seen a great deal, accomplished even more and performed an exemplary service to his community. Though he has hung up his hard hat and stepped away from the day-to-day skilled handiwork he performed, Dick retains his passion for the trade and knowledge of the industry.

BuiltToLastTV.com is privileged to have this master craftsman as its carpenter dignitary and industry expert. We invite you to submit your carpentry-related questions to Dick. Selected questions from fans of Built to Last along with Dick's responses will be posted on BuiltToLastTV.com.

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