Wisconsin registered home inspector John Freiburger is back to talk about mold and the most common places it grows in your home. Then, we hear about using mass timber in place of materials like concrete, steel and aluminum. Our guest is Alex Timmer, an associate professor of architecture at UW-Milwaukee.
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Your home and mold
When unwelcome moisture sneaks in your house, it’s not only inconvenient — it can cause mold and even serious health issues. Regular guest John Freiburger returns to share a list of the most common places where mold grows in the home. He’ll also explain how to prevent moisture buildup.
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Mass timber buildings offer alternative to materials like steel, aluminum
Mass timber is engineered, load-bearing wood. It’s emerging as a building material alternative to steel and concrete. The latest mass timber project is called “The Edison” in Milwaukee. It will be the tallest mass timber building in the U.S. We talk with a professor of architecture about mass timber and sustainable design.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- John Freiburger Guest
- Alexander Timmer Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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