John reminds the Podcast that not too long ago FHB magazine commonly had fireplace ads. Michael thinks bionic arms can help with drywall sanding. Austin asks for advice on building brick steps. Alex wonders if a ground-source heat pump is right for his new house. George asks about a foundation for a greenhouse.   Tune in to Episode 686 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  <ul> <li class="paragraph" style= "text-indent: 0in; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12pt;"> Will forgoing a fireplace sacrifice marital bliss</li> <li class="paragraph" style= "text-indent: 0in; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12pt;"> Where you can learn more about brick steps in FHB</li> <li class="paragraph" style= "text-indent: 0in; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12pt;"> The pros and cons of ground-source heat pumps </li> <li class="paragraph" style= "text-indent: 0in; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12pt;"> Shallow foundations for outbuildings</li> </ul> Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at <a href= "mailto:fhbpodcast@taunton.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">fhbpodcast@taunton.com</a>.     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: <a href= "https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2025/05/23/podcast-episode-686-brick-steps-ground-source-heat-pumps-and-greenhouses-in-nova-scotia"> FHB Podcast 686</a> ➡️ Sign up for <a href= "https://subscribe.finehomebuilding.com/loading.do?omedasite=FHB_landoffer"> Fine Homebuilding All Access</a> ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   <a class= "Hyperlink SCXW160084753 BCX0" href= "https://www.instagram.com/finehomebuilding/" target="_blank" rel= "noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> • <a class= "Hyperlink SCXW160084753 BCX0" href= "https://www.facebook.com/FineHomebuildingMagazine" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a> • <a class= "Hyperlink SCXW160084753 BCX0" href= "https://www.tiktok.com/@finehomebuilding" target="_blank" rel= "noreferrer noopener">TikTok</a> • <a class= "Hyperlink SCXW160084753 BCX0" href= "https://www.pinterest.com/fhbmagazine/" target="_blank" rel= "noreferrer noopener">Pinterest</a> • <a class= "Hyperlink SCXW160084753 BCX0" href= "https://www.youtube.com/user/finehomebuilding" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube</a>  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.