CEU: SBS-Modified Bitumen Roofing A look at product composition, properties and code-related attributes Matt Davis Ben Runyan January 13, 2020 What you need to know about SBS-modified bitumen roofingRead More
Solid Substrates for High-Performance Air Barriers Ben Dykstra November 4, 2019 Air barriers have emerged as a key component of the building enclosureRead More
Permeability and Performance in Water-Resistive Barriers Identifying the Proper Choice for Applications Jason Peace November 11, 2019 Contrary to popular belief, building codes do allow for use of permeable water-resistive barriers (WRBs) in cold climatesRead More
Using Polyiso Insulation as a WRB How Polyiso Provides more Benefits than Just Continuous Insulation Tom Robertson November 8, 2019 Preventing and combating moisture damage to a structure is one of the oldest dilemmas in the building industryRead More
Lightning Protection Systems on Rooftop Terraces Jennifer Morgan Michael Chusid, RA FCSI December 6, 2019 Rooftop air terminals, informally called lightning rods, are the most visible element of a lightning protection systemRead More
Consider Value Engineering Your Waterproofing Design A Look at the Costs, Benefits and Considerations John D'Annunzio April 1, 2019 In the last decade the term “value engineering” has gained prominence in the construction industryRead More
Damproofing versus Waterproofing Lindsay Lewis John D'Annunzio January 29, 2020 Dampproofing or waterproofing? Which is required and where?Read More
Waterproofing Code: Floor Base Course Section 1807.4.1 May 22, 2018 This section implies that a base course a minimum of 4 inches thick is required under all basement floors.Read More
Roofing Code: Clay Tile Section 1507.3.4 May 29, 2018 Clay roof tile shall comply with ASTM C 1167.Read More
Roofing Detail: Raised Perimeter Edge with Fascia Cap Flashing May 29, 2018 Install as local code and wind-uplift design requirements dictate.Read More