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Ways to Minimize Buckling in Wood Sheathing Panels
Buckling is mostly the result of moisture which causes wood sheathing panels to expand. While buckling does little to effect the structural integrity of the OSB panel, it can have a negative aesthetic effect which would result in expensive callbacks. Here are some ways in which you can mitigate the effects of buckling by accounting for normal moisture conditions and through moisture control.
The Secret To Building Success: Education!
It’s always a challenge to get people with the right skills doing the right job on your construction site. But investing in education is well worth the time and effort because it’s always cheaper and easier to avoid problems than to fix them later.
Impact Drivers Are the New Top Fasteners
Over the last ten years, builders have been participating in a quiet revolution that is changing the fastener industry. In a bid to save time and money, contractors are moving away from the more traditional power drills and multiple styles of bits to the more effective impact driver.
Causes of Telegraphing through Roof Shingles: It’s not Always the Obvious!
Recently we had a call from a builder complaining that their roof sheathing was buckling, causing a telegraphing effect through their roofing shingles. Concerned about the structural efficacy of the roof, they asked us to take a look. The builder and dealer thought it was a number of problems with the roofing panels themselves but, on closer inspection, we discovered that there were a number of installation issues that caused the problem.
How to Choose the Right Nails Part 2
Using the right nail for each job will mean that your work lasts longer and can reduce expensive callbacks. For example, using the incorrect nail for a sub-floor installation could result in squeaky floors, uneven surfaces and bounce.
How to Choose the Right Nails Part 1
Nails literally hold the world together, but just how much do you know about your fasteners? Do you use the same nails for every job out of habit? Always ask your design professional to stipulate sizes and fastener patterns, but knowing what kind of nails to use may save you time and money on work that lasts.