Roofing Calling for Kick-Outs—Lost Art or Essential Protection Against Water Intrusion? Kick-out diverters are essential to a proper roof-wall flashing system that effectively directs water runoff and mitigates moisture intrusion
Kitchen + Bath Improving Air Quality in the Kitchen Air quality matters in every room of the house, but unique factors are in play where cooking takes place
Sponsored Products Proper Flashing/Installation and LP SmartSide Siding Are Proven Solution Jeremy Owens, VP of 3 Generations Improvements, near Sacramento, Calif., says, “As a residential-construction professional, you look at home...
Sponsored Products Know Your Zones – Part 1: Floors In the first part of this three-part series, we take a look at some key areas every builder should focus on when it comes to floors
Moisture Management Mold Remediation: Telling Fact From Fiction A tighter building envelope makes it more important than ever to be informed and vigilant about mold
Quality Matters How to Keep Stucco From Cracking Controlling cracks in stucco lessens the potential for more serious problems below the surface, but it requires a dedicated process and attention to detail
Energy Efficiency Innovative Wall Systems Can Save Energy and Reduce Risk Research and new methods are making it easier than ever to frame homes for lower utility bills and greater energy efficiency
Innovation Home Builders Need to Innovate or Get Back to Basics What the home building industry really needs now
Construction Wanted: More Than a Few Good Architects and Engineers The vast majority of architects aren’t trained in the intricacies of efficient construction. Engineers are trained, but most show little or no concern
