Air Sealing and Insulating Attic Knee Walls: A Code Compliance Guide

Air Sealing and Insulating Attic Knee Walls for Code Compliance When insulating and air sealing attic knee walls, proper techniques are essential to meet code compliance and ensure the efficiency and longevity of the building’s thermal envelope. Attic knee walls, the short, vertical walls often seen in attics separating conditioned spaces from unconditioned attic areas,…

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Re-Roofing Over an Existing Layer of Self-Adhered Ice Dam Protection: Owens Corning’s Recommendations

Understanding Re-Roofing Over Ice Dam Protection Re-roofing projects often encounter existing self-adhering ice dam protection underlayment at the eaves. Removing this underlayment can be challenging and may cause damage to the roof sheathing. Owens Corning provides detailed procedures to handle this situation effectively, ensuring the integrity of the roof. Key Recommendations for Re-Roofing Option A:…

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Understanding PCA Standard P2 for Third-Party Inspections in Painting Restoration Projects

Introduction Third-party inspections are an integral part of any restoration project. They ensure that the work meets the expected standards, reducing the chances of disputes, delays, and additional costs. The Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PCA) has set forth a series of standards to govern this critical phase. Today, we will delve into PCA…

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Mastering the Art of Restorative Drying: Ensuring Effective Water Damage Restoration

At Allied Emergency Services, we understand the importance of following industry standards to provide top-notch water damage restoration services. The IICRC S500 Water Damage Restoration Standard and Remediation Guide outline five principles that guide our approach to every restoration project: Principle 1 – Safety First Our utmost priority is the safety and health of our…

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