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Kermit Baker Of the Harvard Joint Study on Housing and American Institute of Architecture Kermit is  the lead author of reports from the HJSH. Kermit collects and  collates data that will map and hopefully predict what the housing market and construction industries are experiencing and can expect in the near future. An industry expert that […]The post Kermit Baker on Harvard Joint Study for Housing Report Star Remodeling Show Episode 176 appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Drywall & Plaster Drywall & plaster  both can need and be repaired. But there are big differences in these material and how each is approached and repaired. Host Bob Williams explains the differences in material , application of coating and repair techniques for each. And whether you do it yourself or hire a pro there […]The post Drywall & Plaster, Patios & Screen Porches Star Remodeling Show Episode 175 appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Home Additions Home Additions are the subject of this segment of the Star Remodeling Show. This week host Bob Williams covers lots of things you need to know about additions. From defining what an addition is,  restrictions that may apply and the reasons additions make sense are all covered. Design What kind of home addition […]The post Home Additions Star Remodeling Show Episode 174 appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Landscape management topics Landscape management approaches  and techniques are the topic that Guest Andrew Langlois from Szczechowicz Landscape Service talks about with Host Bob Williams. Siting your garden so you can see it and enjoy it from indoors, edible plants as part of landscape gardening, water management and much more. Something for everyone Andrew describes the process […]The post Landscape Management Star Remodeling Show Episode 173 appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Finished basement Your host Bob Williams takes you through the process to your finished basement project. Even in wet areas such as greater Newburyport, Ma there are tools and techniques to make and keep your finished basement renovation enduring . It scan even reduce heath problem cause by reducing the  risk of mold. Caution Bob […]The post Finished Basement Star Remodeling Show Episode 172 appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Deck Materials of 2014 It’s deck season on the horizon. And Bob want you to know about the deck materials that are on or coming onto the market. and all the accessories that are part and parcel of the choices you’ll be faced with this year to build your deck. Bob talks about all the […]The post SRS 171 Deck Material 2014 appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Tec Home Builder Host Bob Williams and his guest Steve Castle editor of Tec Home Builder www.TecHomeBuilder.com  talk about technology in the home that is being used today. Also what are builders incorporating as standard option in new homes today. What is available today for new construction and remodeling too. Find out how you can sign […]The post SRS 170 Tec Home Builder E-magazine Editor Steve Castle joins Bob this week appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Buying Trends, Skilled Trade Availability, Financing Option, Safe Deck Stairs Listen to Bob every Sunday morning at 9 AM on WNBP radio by tuning into 1450 AM , 106.1 FM or on www.WNBP.com. Bob talk about upcoming buying trends, skilled trade availability,and safe deck stair construction. Find out what people will be buying and why. […]The post SRS 169 Buying Trends, Financing appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

SRS 168 Remodeling Contract Checklist SRS168 Remodeling Contract Checklist links to our podcast of our show #168. In this Star Remodeling Radio Show episode #168 is Bob’s review of what you should have in yours, Including basic Name, Address, Price, Payments schedule, Scope of Work, Legalize,  Duration Schedule. He covers what you need to look for […]The post SRS 168 Remodeling Contract Checklist appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Paint Changes Host Bob Williams  talks with Port Paint owner Jack Boland about paint changes. Paint changes have been subtle but significant in recent years. Jack explains what paint changes have happen and where these trends are headed. Bob & Jack talk about the history of paint in their respective careers. From change of paint […]The post SRS 167 Paint Changes appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

 SRS Episode #166 In this episode of The Star Remodeling Show  host Bob Williams discussed the pros and cons of Change Order. Change Orders Change Orders, are often seen as being a very costly and bad item by many people and a real blessing by others. Find out how and when they work best.What you […]The post SRS 166: Change Orders, GQ Surveys, Finance appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Universal  Bathrooms Design is reviewed by Host Bob Williams, including  showers, tubs, walk-in tubs, toilets, grab bars and more. He’ll prompt you to think twice about some of the most heavily market product and if they are right for you and your family. Bathrooms renovation is a costly and long term investment. You want to get right […]The post SRS 164: Universal Bathroom Design appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Host Bob Williams shares some cold weather tips for you to make your home function better. Bob talks about doors, windows, insulation, ice dams, power generators, preventive maintenance tips too. Also some way to reduce your energy bills with some quick simple DIY projects you can handle in less that an hour. And we welcome […]The post SRS 163 Cold Weather Tips Podcast appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

SRS 162 Podcast, Septic Systems Basics Host Bob Williams and guest Rich Briscoe of Briscoe Septic Service talk about what makes up a septic system, parts, purpose, care and maintainence. Problems to avoid, proper sizing and land planning needs. Plus Title V updates and explaination of interpertation of soil readings. From the size of the […]The post SRS 162 Podcast, Septic Systems Basics appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

SRS 161 Podcast, Lead Safe America Organization Bob & guest Tamara Rubin founder of Lead Safe America Foundation talk about lead paint  poisoning.  Find out about the foundations upcoming movie http://www.Facebook.com/MisleadMovie Bob and Tamara will also tell you how and where you can get more info on Lead Paint happening. The new RRP laws that are […]The post SRS 161 Podcast, Lead Safe America Organization appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

Host Bob Williams talks with Ollie Sheridan about geothermal heating / cooling for the home.  From how to start, what to expect, on through installation and operation of a geothermal system. Explanation of the different type of geothermal systems in pond, in ground and variations of these systems. The benefits or restriction of each geothermal […]The post SRS 006 Podcast, Geothermal Heating / Cooling with Ollie Sheridan appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

SRS 005 Podcast, on  Electric Portable Tool Repair Star Remodeling Show  on  Electric Portable Tool Repair  Host Bob Williams talks with Ellery Dean of Minuteman Tool Repair all about electric hand power tools. www.MinutemanTool.com wnbp.com        The post SRS 005 Podcast, on Electric Portable Tool Repair appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

SRS 004 Podcast, on Building with Insulated Concrete Forms Host Bob Williams and guest Kirk Ronaldson of Permanent Concrete Homes out of York, Maine talk about building with insulated concrete forms. Kirk will explain what they are and how they work. Also the will talk about the benefits of this material and how they are […]The post SRS 004 Podcast, on Building with Insulated Concrete Forms appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

SRS 003 Podcast, with John Romano Home Inspection Host Bob Williams and Home Inspector John Romano talk about using home inspectors for remodeling and existing condition evaluation. www.romanohomeinspection.com  wnbp.comThe post SRS 003 Podcast, with John Romano Home Inspection appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.

SRS 002 Podcast, Architects in Remodeling with AIA Bruce Taylor Bob & Bruce discuss when and how an architect makes sense in remodeling, design build, code compliance and permitting situation that can save time and money. http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-taylor/1a/176/41a www.wnbp.comThe post SRS 002 Podcast, Architects in Remodeling with AIA Bruce Taylor appeared first on Welcome to Star Construction.