Steep-Slope Vent DetailMost steep-slope applications require the installation of exhaust and intake vents. The correct detailing of the shingle installation around these penetrations is critical due to the fact that
WaterstopsA waterstop is a pre-molded sealant that is applied across concrete joints to stop the passage of water where hydrostatic pressure exists. They are typically used for two types of
Asphalt/Glass Fiber Shingles at EavesThe correct application of shingles at the eaves is critical because this is a vulnerable juncture that adjoins several roofing components. Materials• Underlayment: 15-pound non-perforated asphalt-saturated
The roof system assembly is comprised of a series of materials that have to interact with other building components. This interaction of different materials and separate components increases the probability
In 2004, Ford Motor Company integrated 21st century environmental design into its manufacturing facility with the construction of the Ford Dearborn Truck Assembly Building.
Proper foundation waterproofing is critical to the success of a structure. Due to the potential problems associated with leaking foundations, it is imperative that it is completed properly the first time. A leaking foundation can contribute to damage of the interior components - such as flashings, equipment, walls and floors - and could contribute to long-term structural degradation.
The most critical point of the roof assembly is the roof edge. This juncture is the most susceptible to wind uplift failures and moisture infiltration. The majority of roof damage created by high-velocity winds is initiated at the perimeter or corners of the building and infiltrates throughout the field of the system.
In a career in which she broke through as many barriers as she waterproofed, Dorothy Lawrence can deservedly be called, “The First Lady of Roofing and Waterproofing.” Her résumé is loaded with technological and material advancements that are still in use today.
CCW MiraDRI self-adhesive sheet membrane can be used in conjunction with insulated wall forming systems using expanded or extruded polystyrene. (Photo courtesy of Carlisle Coating) Insulfoam R-Tech insulation products are