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   <title>Demystifying the Building Process</title>
   <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/owner-builder-blog.html</link>
   <description>Owner Builder information including preconstruction planning, Building process and home design, Subcontractor Relations and Building Inspections.</description>
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   <pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2008 04:28:45 GMT</pubDate>
   <lastBuildDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2008 04:28:45 GMT</lastBuildDate>
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    <title>Aug 2, Owner Builder: Rough Subcontractors</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Subcontractors.html</link>
    <description>There are many subcontractors the owner builder needs or may use during construction.</description>
    <pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2008 04:28:44 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 24, Owner Builder: The Lumber Package</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/lumber.html</link>
    <description>Lumber is the primary construction material used in homebuilding. </description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 05:16:33 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 24, Do It Yourself Tasks for the owner builder project</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/doityourself.html</link>
    <description>Owner builders often wish to include do it yourself work in the construction project. We cover a few tasks that should not interfere with your management duties.</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 04:49:39 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 23,  Low Voltage Wiring in Residential Construction</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/low-voltage.html</link>
    <description>Low Voltage is an important portion of the construction process. It deals with the placement of custom electrical such as cable, phone and surround sound.</description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:31:03 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 23, Owner Builder: Underslab Plumbing</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Underslab-Plumbing.html</link>
    <description>Underslab plumbing is a vital component to a successful owner builder project. </description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:09:57 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 22, Owner Builder Videos</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/owner-builder-videos.html</link>
    <description>Welcome to our owner builder videos page. We will be adding videos periodically. Visit often.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:43:21 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 20, Building Process Video 10: Interior Forms</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-10-Interior-Forms.html</link>
    <description>Here is our 10th Video in our ongoing Building Process Video Series. This video focuses on the placement of interior forms prior to reinforcement.</description>
    <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 22:31:36 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 20, Building Process Video Series</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-Series.html</link>
    <description>Learn the building process at www.ownerbuilderonline.com, then find contractors on our directory to bid your project.</description>
    <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 19:22:57 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 20, Building Process Video 11: Underslab Electrical and Sweeps</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-11-Electrical-Sweeps.html</link>
    <description>Here is the 11th Video in our ongoing Building Process Video Series. This video focuses on the placement of infloor plugs, electrical conduit and plumbing sweeps prior to reinforcement.</description>
    <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 19:19:55 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Building Process Videos 9: Vapor Barrier and Sand</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-9-Barrier-Sand.html</link>
    <description>Here is our 9th Video in our ongoing Building Process Video Series. This video focuses on Preslab preparations following backfill of trenches and compaction of Type II fill.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:56:57 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Building Process Series Part 8: Backfill &amp; Compaction</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-8-Backfill-Compaction.html</link>
    <description>Here is our 8th Video in our ongoing Building Process Video Series. This video focuses on Preslab preparations following the underslab plumbing inspection.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:56:08 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Part 7 in our Building Process Video Series: Underslab Plumbing 2</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-7-Underslab-Plumbing-2.html</link>
    <description>Owner Builder Online covers Underslab Plumbing again in this video. We walk the job while waste lines are placed, shaded and prepped for inspection.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Part 6 in our Building Process Video Series: Underslab Plumbing 1</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-6-Underslab-Plumbing-1.html</link>
    <description>Owner Builder Online covers Underslab Plumbing trenching in this video. We walk the jobsite during trenching and discuss the process.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:53:41 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Building Process Video Series Part 5: Setting Forms</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-5-Setting-Forms.html</link>
    <description>We briefly cover the 5th step in the building process, setting forms, as part of our ongoing building process video series.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:52:54 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Building Process Video Series Part 4: Footing Excavation</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-4-Footing-Excavation.html</link>
    <description>We briefly cover the 4th step in the building process, footing excavation, as part of our ongoing video series.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:51:56 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Building Process Video 3: Cornerstaking and Layout</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-Video-3-Cornerstaking-Layout.html</link>
    <description>We continue on with the third video in our Building Process Video Series: Cornerstaking and Layout.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:50:25 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Building Process 2: Grading</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-2-Grading.html</link>
    <description>We continue our Building Process Video series with  Grading. </description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:49:18 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 14, Building Process Step One: Lot Preparation</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Building-Process-1-Lot-Preparation.html</link>
    <description>We Start our Building Process Video Series with our first video; Lot Preparation 1. </description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:48:27 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 13, Tile Images</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/tile-images.html</link>
    <description>These are images of tile projects by The Tile Guys of San Diego,Ca</description>
    <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:02:19 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jul 4, Owner Builder: Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/buildingprocess.html</link>
    <description>owner builder outline of home construction and building process</description>
    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2008 22:57:33 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jun 17, Selecting and Purchasing Windows for your Homebuilding Project</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/windows.html</link>
    <description>Windows have an impact on the appearance and performance of your new home.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 22:21:04 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jun 17, Free Contractor Directory: Search Contractors by State, County and Category.</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Contractor-Services.html</link>
    <description> US and Canadian Owner Builders, find contractor and subcontractor listings here to get bids for your homebuilding project.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 22:01:24 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Jun 10, Owner Builder: Landscaping</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/landscaping.html</link>
    <description>Landscaping is important not only for beautification of the home but also for performance.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008 21:03:37 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>May 1, Owner Builder: Plumbing in the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/plumbing.html</link>
    <description>Plumbing work begins at preslab for the owner builder and the plumbing contractor is one of the last trades to finish on the project.</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 21:40:27 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>May 1, Owner Builder: Painting and the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/painting.html</link>
    <description>Painting is a key element to beautifying and protecting your home.</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 21:22:58 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Apr 29, Owner Builder: Stucco and the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/stucco.html</link>
    <description>Stucco crews are on the jobsite in different phases.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:18:02 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Apr 29, Owner Builder: SWPPP</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/SWPPP.html</link>
    <description>A growing concern for the EPA is contaminated water runoff from jobsites. Large builders are required to have a SWPPP (stormwater pollution prevention program).</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:05:12 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Apr 29, Owner Builder: Tile in the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/tile.html</link>
    <description>Tile is a flooring option that most owner builders go with. Choices include ceramic and stone products.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 03:57:53 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Apr 29, Owner Builder: Trim Carpentry in the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/trimcarpentry.html</link>
    <description>We discuss trim carpentry and its place in the owner builder building process</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 03:52:21 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Apr 13, Ada County Insulation Contractors</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Ada-County-Insulation-Contractors-Idaho.html</link>
    <description>Find Ada County Insulation Contractors to bid your Boise, Eagle, Garden City, Kuna, or Meridian, Idaho Owner Builder Project, new construction or remodel.</description>
    <pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2008 23:20:32 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 23, Adams County Concrete Contractors</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Adams-County-Concrete-Contractors-Colorado.html</link>
    <description>Find Adams County Concrete Contractors to bid your Aurora, Colorado area Owner Builder Project, new construction or remodel.</description>
    <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2008 01:51:06 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 22, San Diego County General Contractors</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/San-Diego-County-General-Contractors-California.html</link>
    <description>Find San Diego County General Contractors to bid your San Diego, Santee, La Mesa, El Cajon, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach or Coronado Owner Builder Project, new construction or remodel.</description>
    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2008 00:00:36 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 8, Owner Builder: Construction Site Cleanup</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/constructionsitecleanup.html</link>
    <description>Owner builders need to stay on top of their construction site cleanup. A trashy jobsite can lead to safety issues, low worker morale, and failed inspections.</description>
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2008 02:02:46 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 8, Construction Manager : Owner Builder Consultant</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Constructionmanager.html</link>
    <description>A construction manager or building consultant can assist the owner builder with management of their homebuilding project.</description>
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2008 01:19:11 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 8, Owner Builder: Construction Scheduling</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/construction-scheduling.html</link>
    <description>Construction scheduling is an important owner builder, project management task. Good scheduling ensures a smooth flowing project.</description>
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2008 00:37:25 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 7, Owner Builder: Concrete Slab in the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/concrete.html</link>
    <description>Concrete is used in almost all construction. Concrete slab foundations are prominent nationwide. You will most likely have this type of foundation if you build your own house.</description>
    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2008 07:12:58 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 7, Owner Builder: Concrete Flatwork and the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/concrete-flatwork.html</link>
    <description>We discuss concrete flatwork, installation procedures and options for the owner builder. </description>
    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2008 04:35:49 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 5, Owner Builder: Cabinets and the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Cabinets.html</link>
    <description>For many owner builders, kitchen cabinets are the first interior product selected. All the paint, flooring and counter tops are picked to complement the cabinets.  </description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 23:11:36 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 5, Owner Builder: Building Permits</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/buildingpermits.html</link>
    <description>The owner builder has to submit plans and obtain building permits before construction work can commence.</description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 23:01:21 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 5, Owner Builder: Building Inspections</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/buildinginspections.html</link>
    <description>Building Inspections are conducted to insure proper construction of  your home.</description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 23:00:10 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 5, Owner Builder: Building Department</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/buildingdepartment.html</link>
    <description>Visiting the building department is an important preliminary step in the process of building your own home.</description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 22:59:09 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 5, Blown Cellulose Insulation: Advantages</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/blown-cellulose-insulation.html</link>
    <description>We discuss the advantages of blown cellulose insulation for the owner builder project.</description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 22:46:36 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Mar 5, Arizona Owner Builder</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Arizona-Owner-Builder.html</link>
    <description>This page is for the Arizona Owner Builder. There is information on the building process, pre and post construction, and contractor services.</description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 22:07:30 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Feb 29, Panelized Kit Home Information</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Panelized-kit-home.html</link>
    <description>Inquire about Panelized Kit Home Packages for Owner Builders.</description>
    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:10:06 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Feb 28, Owner Builder: Crawlspace Foundation</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/crawlspace-foundation.html</link>
    <description>The crawlspace foundation is a popular foundation option for owner builders.</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2008 23:33:10 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Feb 23, Gila County Plumbing Contractors</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Gila-County-Plumbing-Contractors-Arizona.html</link>
    <description>Find Gila County Plumbing Contractors to bid your Payson area, Arizona Owner Builder Project, new construction or remodel.</description>
    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Feb 2008 23:16:50 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Feb 23, Owner Builder: Framing in the Building Process</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/framing.html</link>
    <description>Wood framing is the primary method of construction in today's homebuilding industry.</description>
    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Feb 2008 01:17:49 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Feb 21, Owner Builder Hints: Low Lots</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Owner-Builder-Tips.html</link>
    <description>Owner Builder Online discusses underslab plumbing and lot selection.</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:17:49 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Feb 19, Owner Builder Products and Links</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Owner-Builder-Products.html</link>
    <description>Find owner builder products, design software, house plans, real estate, building material, fixtures, plumbing, green building products, kit home packages, and trim to help get your projects started.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:01:12 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>Feb 18, Cochise County Septic Contractors</title>
    <link>http://www.ownerbuilderonline.com/Cochise-County-Septic-Contractors-Arizona.html</link>
    <description>Find Cochise County Septic Contractors to bid your Arizona owner builder project, new construction or remodel.</description>
    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2008 01:13:08 GMT</pubDate>
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