Improve Thermal Performance and Lower Costs
An optimized value-engineered approach to framing kills two birds with one stone
How to Achieve Affordable Balanced Ventilation
Makeup air is a cost-effective option that yields long-term benefits
Mitigate Cracks With the Right Detailing
Creating adequate separation between materials is critical to mitigating cracks (and worse) along cementitious surfaces
Waterproofing Showers, Part 2: Site-Built Pans
Pay attention to these details to properly waterproof site-fabricated shower pans
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Safe Scaffolding: Follow These Best Practices for Correct Setup
Protect workers and reduce liability by following these tips for scaffolding setup
Quality Matters
Construction Quality Assurance Program Fundamentals
Take these steps to create an effective QA program that yields lasting results
Indoor Air Quality
For Better Indoor Air Quality: Build Tight and Ventilate Right
Buildings need to dry and people need to breathe. Good air sealing aids both
Construction Quality
3 Steps to Avoid Common Painting Problems
When applying paint to stucco, these three exterior paint fundamentals will reduce warranty costs and maintain homebuyer satisfaction
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Tips for Choosing the Right Housewrap
The wrong housewrap choice can have long-term consequences for a home’s durability
Construction Quality
A Guide for Preventing Dryer Vent Fires
Clogged dryer vents cause thousands of home fires each year. Make sure yours isn’t one of them
Construction Quality
Trouble-Free Flashing for Brick Veneer
Air space isn't enough to prevent water problems in a brick veneer wall
Quality Matters
Construction Quality, Part 2: Getting the Results You Paid For
You’ve created standard work specifications. Now you need to make sure people follow them. Part two in a two-part series
Quality Matters
Construction Quality, Part 1: How to Get What You Pay For
The first step to getting high-quality work is describing exactly what you expect. Part 1 in a two-part series
Quality Matters
Getting Deck Ledgers Right
It’s a seemingly simple detail, but mistakes made when building deck ledgers can cause multiple headaches
