#743: Building Science Overload, Old Bricks, and Shim Screws for Doors and Windows
#743: Building Science Overload, Old Bricks, and Shim Screws for Doors and Windows  
Podcast: The Fine Homebuilding Podcast
Published On: Fri Jun 26 2026
Description: John says that listening the FHB Podcast has him mildly terrorized. Bob wonders about using a post and manufactured earth anchor for raising his bat house. Paul is concerned that his old building's bricks are unsound. Zak asks if we know about Top Star shim screws. Special guest Josh Edmonds and Ian Schwandt discuss Josh's Fine Homebuilding Summit class before helping help Patrick address listener feedback and answer their questions.     Tune in to Episode 743 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  Getting overwhelmed with Building Science  Do dusty bricks in a masonry building mean trouble The pros and cons of Top Star shim screws for doors and windows Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 743 ➡️ Get tickets for the Fine Homebuilding Summit today ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.