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Articles Tagged with ''moisture''

Peoria Civic Center roof restoration

Western Specialty Contractors Restores Leaking Roof on Peoria Civic Center

The multimillion-dollar roof replacement was a significant component of the 43-year-old building’s overall renovation
October 9, 2025

Western Specialty Contractors – Peoria, IL Branch recently completed a year-long project to restore the leaking roof on the Peoria Civic Center as part of a larger $45 million facility renovation project.


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interior AVB (Air & Vapor Barrier) and exterior facade repairs to a building

Western Specialty Contractors Mitigates Building Envelope Air, Moisture Infiltration Issues at Chicago Medical Center

Western’s work was performed in phases, both vertically and horizontally, to allow for the hospital to manage office and patient room areas impacted by the work.
October 6, 2025

Western Specialty Contractors - Chicago Facades Branch recently completed Phases 1-5 of a multi-phased, interior AVB and exterior facade repairs to a building at a medical center campus in the north suburbs of Chicago.


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Polyglass Introduces Drizone Commercial Systems

New Portfolio of Deck, Traffic, and Below-Grade Waterproofing Solutions
October 1, 2025

Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. announced the launch of Drizone Commercial Systems, a new way of delivering complete waterproofing assemblies for commercial construction.


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Vapor Barriers vs. Vapor Retarders

Protecting wall and roof systems requires a delicate balance to control moisture and air
October 1, 2025

Whether you’re selling, specifying, or installing building envelope materials, here’s a quick overview of vapor retarders versus vapor barriers.


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Evermore exterior

Coatings & Membranes: AWRBs in the Modern Building Envelope

As the industry shifts away from traditional housewraps and mechanically fastened systems, two modern options have emerged as leaders—liquid-applied coatings and self-adhered membranes
Craig Belrose
September 17, 2025

At the center of this envelope is an essential component: the air and water-resistive barrier (AWRB). These barriers play a crucial role in preventing moisture and air infiltration, maintaining structural integrity, and enhancing energy efficiency.


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Cavity Stucco Lath Introduces Enhanced Rainscreen Installation Guidelines from MTI Dry

The product is setting a standard in exterior wall performance with its advanced rainscreen system, now accompanied by clear, installer-friendly guidelines
September 4, 2025

The product is now accompanied by clear, installer-friendly guidelines designed to ensure maximum effectiveness and durability.


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Nichiha Expands Concrete Series With New ConcreteBoard Panels

New commercial cladding offers look of weathered concrete with visual complexity of staggered boards
August 18, 2025

New commercial cladding offers look of weathered concrete with visual complexity of staggered boards.


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weep screed and a casing bead for window and door openings

Continuous Insulation With Stucco: Benefits and Challenges

A detailed guide to using stucco in your CI installation
August 8, 2025
While continuous insulation with stucco improves energy efficiency and durability, it adds complexity, cost, and design challenges that require careful planning and skilled installation.
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CW Williams Community Health Center exterior

Designing for Health and Hope

C.W. Williams Community Health Center
July 25, 2025

Designed by BHM Architects, the new C.W. Williams Community Health Center uses Echelon Masonry’s Aria Slim masonry in Ground Face Granite and Texture Face Alabaster to deliver a design that balances a modern aesthetic with quiet resilience, living up to the center’s role as a pillar of the community.


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Moisture Surveys and Roofing Forensics

Peter Brooks
July 18, 2025

Forensic and maintenance inspections of roofing systems provide huge benefits to all stakeholders. Regular visual inspections can ensure early detection of problems such as leaks, ponding water, punctures, cracks, or membrane damage.


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