Altitude Adjustment
Altitude Adjustment | Episode 7 - Tight & Dry Building Envelope Details
In Episode 7 of Altitude Adjustment, Stephanie returns to Park City, Utah, where favorable weather has allowed the team to make major progress drying in the home and pushing the build forward. She walks viewers through the critical details behind the window and envelope systems, highlighting the use of Pella Reserve wood-clad windows for their customization, slim contemporary sightlines, and high-performance suitability for a mountain climate. She dives deep into the inspection-driven sequencing of ZIP System sheathing and Huber tapes, explaining why certain areas remain exposed and how precision taping contributes to both performance and visual confidence. Inside, Stephanie showcases standout design moments—including dramatic single-pane views, custom corner glass, and a spa-like primary bath—demonstrating how thoughtful window design enhances both aesthetics and energy efficiency. The episode wraps with a look at the home’s innovative Tesla solar shingle roof system, revealing how advanced materials and careful planning are coming together to seal the structure before winter sets in, marking an exciting turning point in the build.
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Episodes
Altitude Adjustment | Episode 1 - Breaking Ground at 8,500 Feet: Site Prep & Mountain Challenges
Episode 1
Join Stephanie Dailey in Altitude Adjustment as she tackles challenges of construction at 7,000 feet elevation, from bedrock excavation to environmental regulations, in the stunning Wasatch Mountain Range.
Altitude Adjustment | Episode 2 - Foundations, Waterproofing, and Backfill
Episode 2
Complexity defined the planning, preparation, and execution of the foundation at Stephanie’s Altitude Adjustment project in Park City, Utah, showcasing high-performance homebuilding and waterproofing best practices.
Altitude Adjustment | Episode 3 -Below Grade Control Layers and Sub Rough-in
Episode 3
Stephanie shares the innovative under-slab systems, from radon mitigation and radiant heating to polished concrete details, that set the stage for a high-performance mountain home. She also highlights creative solutions for backfilling, retaining walls, and showcases the HOA-required “porta potty house” used to preview exterior finishes.
Altitude Adjustment | Episode 4 - A Mix of Onsite and Offsite Framing
Episode 4
In Episode 4 of Altitude Adjustment, Stephanie shows how Builders FirstSource’s Ready Frame technology helps solve conflicts before construction begins—while explaining why some parts of the home are still best built with traditional framing. From digital clarity to hands-on craftsmanship, this episode highlights the balance of innovation and timeless building practices.
Altitude Adjustment | Episode 5 - Raising the Roof and Walls: Offsite Pre-Cut Lumber to Onsite Framing
Episode 5
In Episode 5 of Altitude Adjustment, Stephanie brings the build to life as digital plans turn into real walls. Partnering with Builders FirstSource, the team puts the Ready Frame system to the test — showcasing how pre-cut, smart-packaged framing saves time, reduces waste, and delivers precision even on a complex custom home. Follow Stephanie on Instagram.
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