July 2, 2024
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers, Podcast
QuakeZone provides a continuous load path which, when used with a professional designer’s fastener schedule, meets building code and helps withstand the kinds of shear forces your home is subjected to during an earthquake.
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October 29, 2023
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers
As rebuilding efforts commence in the wake of this summer’s storms, construction professionals seek ways to ensure that homes are safer and built to withstand major wind events. There are several techniques that will help to keep property and lives safe.
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October 14, 2023
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Stringent new building codes require improved efficiency of building envelopes through better insulation. While more expensive insulation methods, like spray foam, may have greater R-values, it is possible to meet the required high R-values using less expensive fibreglass or cellulose insulation with a raised heel truss.
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October 13, 2023
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As the seasons change, it’s time to give your heating system a once-over to avoid any mid-winter freezes from dysfunctional furnaces. Regular maintenance of your ducting and furnace can reduce energy costs, and improve the efficiency and longevity of your furnace.
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September 14, 2023
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Sweater weather is here and we need to prepare our homes for the coming cold. Getting ready for the onslaught of winter can help you to maintain your home and can even prevent damage and save you money.
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August 21, 2023
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers
AI is here and already integrating into many of the tasks we perform on the jobsite. Here are five ways you can utilize AI to streamline your daily operations.
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