Which way should you install OSB on a roof?
Curious on which way you should be installing your roof OSB? The Ol’ Sage Builder has the answer once again!
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Construction Contract Terms Explained
As a construction professional, you know communication is key. Getting everything clear and written down will help you to ensure that the client’s expectations are met, you get paid on time and there are no expensive callbacks. On every build, changes are inevitable and this is often where confusion and miscommunication occur. Make sure any …
Housewrap Installation Tips from our Ol’ Sage Builder
Housewrap should be an integral part of your home’s envelope—repelling water from outside and allowing water vapor from inside to escape. This only works if it’s properly installed and when it isn’t, it can cause serious damage to the home. Here are some tips on how to best install housewrap to ensure it does its job.
OSHA Develops Tools to Improve Mental Health
OSHA has partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to promote awareness of mental health in the construction industry and develop tools for the prevention of suicide
Survey Shows how Pandemic Flips Homeowner’s Priorities
When it comes to new builds outdoor space, home offices, and natural light are at a premium.
Bill Proposes Breaks for Construction Workers Year Round
OSHA is looking to pass a new bill that proposes workers receive a mandated 15-minute break every 4 hours throughout the entire year.
Installing Longer Wall Panels Vertically
Can you install our longer OSB Wall sheathing panels vertically? Well, of course you can and the Ol’ Sage lets you know why you should.
NAHB Provides Resources for Recruitment
As the construction labor shortage continues to negatively impact the industry, the National Home Builder’s Association (NAHB) released updated resources that can be utilized as recruiting tools for the trades.
OSHA’s New Regulations to Protect Workers from Summer Heat
The National Emphasis Program is set to prevent injuries and fatalities related to summer heat. Heat exposure is an increasingly dangerous jobsite hazard which killed 344 workers between 2011-2019 with 42% (144) of those workers in the construction field. “Tragically, the three-year average of workplace deaths caused by heat has doubled since the early 1990s,” …
Home Energy Audits
While most professionals have some experience with home energy audits, there are many contractors who take short cuts. Knowing what to expect from a home energy audit and the right questions to ask will ensure that you get the most accurate results.
