Condensation is moisture that can lead to a myriad of problems from water damage to mold. With the tighter building envelopes of modern structures, this condensation problem is exacerbated as reduced air flow can prevent moist areas from drying out. Luckily there are ways in which you can mitigate the conditions that lead to condensation and keep moisture out of your home.
OSHA has very clear regulations on safety standards for working above 6 feet that must be followed to ensure the safety of your crew.
Building codes are demanding increasingly efficient building envelopes. One way to achieve that without sending your costs through the roof is by using raised-heel trusses. Listen to the Builder Insights Podcast.
As the cost of home construction and building materials increase in cost, and building codes demand more effective building envelopes, construction professionals are looking to taller wall sheathing to fill in the gaps. Listen to the Builder Insights Podcast.
As temperatures plummet, keeping warm and safe on the jobsite becomes a concern for building site managers. Making workers aware of the dangers and helping them to select the correct gear will prevent injuries.
The term ‘shear’ is used in construction in several different ways. Shear can be used when referring to a lateral load or force that is applied during high wind events or earthquakes, but it is also more generally used to describe stress on a wall system that occurs due to an applied load.
Each year, the US averages around 20,000 earthquakes or around 55 a day. 42 States are currently at risk of a major earthquake. Here are a few tips to being ready for any eventuality. Be sure to discuss the best response options with your family too.
Traditionally, wall sheathing is placed horizontally on the studs with an open joint seam running through the middle of the wall system. Now some innovative wall sheathing manufacturers are creating engineered taller wall sheathing panels that can be installed vertically. This provides a number of advantages for builders including lower labor costs and improved energy envelopes.
Most clients will think that hardwood flooring is a ‘set it and forget it’ aspect of their homes, and few will realise the importance of maintaining their indoor environment in order to ensure that their hardwood flooring stays pristine. When clients don’t maintain a consistent environment, you get expensive callbacks and a lack of customer satisfaction.
The insurance industry is changing and new policies will have a drastic impact on how underwriters deal with their subcontracted customers.
