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Home Builders, What's Your Off-Site Construction Super Power? These home builders are embracing off-site construction methods, enabling them to build better and faster across a wide range of housing types and price points. Housing Giants.
5 Steps to Proper Roof Sheathing Installation | ProBuilder
Nov 17, 2014 · Step 1: Check the nailing surface is level. Step 2: Ventilate the roof according to current building codes. Step 3: Properly fasten panels (including fastening and spacing hints) Step 4: Cover roof sheathing with shingle underlayment felt. Step 5: Install shingles according to manufacturer recommendations.
Concrete Foundations: Under-Slab Vapor Barriers Done Right
Sep 23, 2019 · Vapor Barrier Installation Basics. The most obvious best practice is to install a sub-slab vapor barrier in the first place. I recommend a minimum 10-mil-thick polyethylene material, even if your local building code allows a 6-mil, as it lasts longer and is less prone to punctures. Some builders in desert climates ignore this advice, figuring ...
7 Easy Systems to Help You Construct a Curbless Shower
Aug 12, 2019 · ARC. Available in 13 sizes up to 71 inches long, TrueDEK Classic is a shower base that makes building curbless showers easy and fast, without having to cut into joists, the manufacturer says. The pre-sloped, structural bases comes with a complete waterproofing system to prepare the pan for tile.
Tips for Choosing the Right Housewrap | Pro Builder
Nov 28, 2018 · Whatever wrap is right for you, it must be installed with at least 6-inch horizontal laps and 12-inch vertical laps. Layer all flashing components in shingle fashion and tape every seam, and always use button-cap fasteners. Remember: Water management details and materials are never the place to cut corners or cost.
9 Common Subfloor Installation Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them
Jul 13, 2018 · 5. Not Gluing the Subfloor's Tongue-and-Groove. Applying a small bead of glue in the tongue-and-groove can significantly help reduce any movement and noise. 6. Delaying Fastening the Panels. Again, it’s tempting to tack the corners and come back to screw all the panels down at once. But by then the glue is already set.
Flexible HVAC Ductwork Best Practices: Smooth, Sealed, and …
Oct 4, 2018 · The bottom line is that when putting ducts in the attic, follow the three S’s: Make sure the jacket is smooth, sealed, and separated. (Photos: courtesy IBACOS) Wet spot. Laying air conditioning ducts on top of one another reduces the insulation’s R-value, creating a cold crack where moisture will condense. That condensation will then drip ...
10 Common Subflooring Installation Mistakes—and How to Avoid …
May 20, 2019 · Over-Driving Panels: Over-driving panels can lead to a damaged T&G profile. Always drive from the groove side, using scrap wood (e.g. 2’x4’) between the hammer and profile. Stop when the tip of the tongue touches the back of the groove and avoid excessive force. Using the Wrong Fasteners: Inadequate fasteners can lead to unwanted movement ...
A Look at Housing's Future: It Takes a (Show) Village
Jan 11, 2023 · The Future Unfolds. PROJECT SPECS. Model: Casita and Two-Story Prototype / Size: Casita: 361 sf; Prototype: 1083 sf / Beds/baths: Casita: 1/1; Prototype: 2/2.5 / Builder: Boxabl, Las Vegas The fact that a Boxabl home literally unfolds from a slim, compact profile into a near-complete, well-appointed tiny home in about an hour should be a compelling enough reason to see it live at Show Village.
The Biggest Builders in 2021 | Pro Builder
Jul 13, 2021 · Builder Rankings by Revenue: 2021 Housing Giants List. Pro Builder's annual Housing Giants list provides a snapshot in time of builders’ perceived opportunities and challenges. This year proved exceptional, with unprecedented challenges stemming from the pandemic. This article first appeared in the May/June 2021 issue of Pro Builder. The ...