Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? Energy Efficiency, for One Thing
HVAC faults usually go undetected, which is a problem, since they can severely compromise a home’s energy efficiency
How to Build Healthy Homes That Protect Homebuyers From Radon
Consider a relatively simple and inexpensive passive mitigation system to vent radon—a radioactive, odorless, invisible gas—and deliver a truly healthy home
One Surefire Way to Attract Talent and Improve Homebuyer Satisfaction
One of the most effective steps a home builder can take to establish and maintain a reputation of quality is to become the "builder of choice" in the eyes of trades and suppliers
Getting Rainscreens Right to Help Ensure Walls Stay Dry
To rainscreen or not to rainscreen, that is the question … but it shouldn’t be
5 Ways Home Builders Can Maintain Quality Despite Supply Chain Issues
It’s OK to swap out building products, but not at the expense of your construction quality standards
Builder Reputation Basics: One Make-or-Break Factor You Can't Miss
If you do nothing else, do this one thing to ensure you have a great relationship with the client right from the start. Your reputation depends on it
Quality Matters
A Checklist for Building Party Walls the Right Way
Party wall mistakes can be costly to fix. Use this guide to avoid them
Quality Matters
Waterproofing Showers, Part 4: Sheet-Applied Membranes Done Right
Showers are hit with more ‘rain’ than any other part of the home, inside or out. Here’s how to waterproof showers correctly against costly leaks
Construction
Why Quality Matters in Booming Times [VIDEO]
On the most recent installment of HorizonTV, Building Performance Specialist Graham Davis explains the value of maintaining construction quality…
Quality Matters
Tips for Achieving Trouble-Free Three-Coat Stucco
Minimize stucco problems and rework by paying attention to these crucial details
How To
Is There Mold in New-Construction Homes?
Homebuyers seeking a mold-free home shouldn't assume new construction is the answer. A dry home requires proper detailing and attention to moisture management all the way through the construction process
Quality Matters
How to Manage Moisture in Walls: Tips for Designing and Building
Moisture trapped in a wall can cause extensive, costly, and harmful damage. Take these steps to prevent it
Construction Quality
How OVE Can Save Builders Money and Improve Performance
Optimized value-engineered framing can save builders money and increase thermal performance. Listen to what Building Performance Specialist Graham…
Quality Matters
Waterproofing Showers, Part 3: Glass Mat Backer Board
Follow these best practices for a reliable installation glass mat gypsum
Quality Matters
Say Goodbye to Concrete Cold Joints
A look at cold joints in concrete and how to prevent them
Quality Matters
Wall Framing Techniques to Improve Thermal Performance and Lower Costs
An optimized value-engineered approach to framing kills two birds with one stone by reducing lumber costs while boosting the home's thermal performance