Don't Underestimate the Importance of Roofing Underlayment
Regardless of which product you choose to use, installing a roofing underlayment will help ensure the roof system withstands the elements and the home stays dry
Getting Rainscreens Right to Help Ensure Walls Stay Dry
To rainscreen or not to rainscreen, that is the question … but it shouldn’t be
Construction Details for Trouble-Free Stucco Overhangs
Transitions where horizontal and vertical stucco surfaces intersect are prone to moisture problems. Attention to proper detailing will help you avoid issues with water intrusion
The Right Way to Waterproof Recessed Windows in Concrete Block Walls
Use these best practices for installing recessed windows in CMU walls to prevent water intrusion and moisture problems
7 New Water-Resistive Barrier Products to Keep Homes Dry
Keeping bulk water out and building components dry is a top priority in construction, and these seven WRBs aim to do just that
Fascia Flashing Best Practices
Avoid water damage to homes and save your reputation by employing these best practices for properly flashing fascia returns
Caulks, Sealants + Adhesives
Fluid-Applied Sealants—the Future in Moisture Protection?
For some home builders, tape or caulk just isn’t good enough to ensure moisture protection
Roofing
Zip System Roof Assembly Stays Dry in Hurricane Conditions
The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) conducted a hurricane-force, wind-driven rain demonstration on Jan. 9, 2020, to show…
Quality Matters
Waterproofing Showers, Part 1: Preformed Shower Pan Detailing
Fix these three mistakes to mitigate problems with prefabricated shower pans
Framing + Building Envelope
How to Frame Walls That Combat Moisture
A pair of research studies reveal best practices—and a new assembly sequence—to combat moisture in framed walls
Building Envelope
Evaluating the Durability of Weather-Resistant Barriers
Take these steps to be confident your building wrap will maintain optimal performance
Housewrap
Pro Tip: Use Capped Fasteners When Installing Housewrap Material
Hammering fasteners by hand becomes a tedious task when installing housewrap, plus it leaves holes in the housewrap and compromises its ability to…
Products
Changing Building Codes Driving the Use of Drainable Building Wraps
The International Residential Code has long required the use of water-resistive barriers, but some states have added even more prescriptive measures to their codes
Quality Matters
Avoid Water Intrusion and Leaks: Penetration Flashing Done Right
To prevent water intrusion, flashing vents and pipes that penetrate the building envelope is an important but often neglected detail. Here are solutions for doing them right
Quality Matters
The Drip Cap. Essential? Absolutely
Ignoring the proper specifications and installation of this little strip of metal can cause big problems
