Skylight shaft walls play a crucial role in ensuring energy efficiency and preventing heat loss in homes with skylights. Proper insulation and air sealing of these shaft walls are essential for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment and complying with energy efficiency standards. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the scope and methods for insulating…
Before beginning the replacement window installation, inspect the interior and exterior of the building, including each window, to identify impacts and potential risks with completing the work. Diagnose water and air infiltration pathways and choose strategies most appropriate to address each leak. Window Replacement Steps Ensuring Success Compliance with Window Replacement Codes and Standards Ensuring…
A renewable energy-ready home (RERH) is one that is built with the wiring and plumbing conduit and other components in place to facilitate the future installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and/or solar water heating panels. Why Install a 70-Amp Dual-Pole Circuit Breaker? How to Install a 70-Amp Dual-Pole Circuit Breaker: Scope: To construct a…
Ice dams can cause significant damage to roofs and homes in cold climates. Understanding how they form and implementing the right construction techniques is crucial to prevent ice dams. This comprehensive guide will outline the scope, description, and construction strategies to minimize the likelihood of ice dam formation on roofs and attics. Scope Description Understanding…
Gable roof overhangs not only provide shelter and aesthetic appeal but also play a crucial role in protecting your home from wind uplift forces during storms. This guide explores two common gable overhang construction methods, ladder framing and outrigger framing, with a focus on applications in high-wind coastal areas. Choosing the Right Framing Approach Key…
