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Concrete Foundations: Under-Slab Vapor Barriers Done Right
WEBSep 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
WEBAug 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.
5 Steps to Proper Roof Sheathing Installation | ProBuilder
WEBNov 17, 2014 · Follow these 5 simple construction steps when installing roof sheathing: (and scroll down to see more details on each, with installation hints and tips, below) 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)
The Best Way to Install Housewrap - ProBuilder
WEBOct 14, 2021 · The good news is, installing building wrap is simple if you stick to these four easy steps: Step 1: 12-inch overlap and 1-inch overlap on the sill plate. For max protection, aim for 2-4 inches. Building wrap should be installed from the foundation upward, making sure to overlap joints with the higher course overlapping the lower.
9 Common Subfloor Installation Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them
WEBJul 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.
4 New Live/Work Housing Design Solutions - ProBuilder
WEBJul 28, 2020 · ARCHITECT: Kevin L. Crook Architect, Kevin Crook, kcrook@klcarch.com, 949.660.1587. DIMENSIONS: Width: 24 feet, Depth: 37 feet, Living area: 1,998 sf. This detached live/work infill project (shown, above) is located within a traditionally commercial neighborhood. Each three-story detached home has approximately 250 square feet of …
Tips for Choosing the Right Housewrap | Pro Builder
WEBNov 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.
Do Concrete Slabs Really Need Welded Wire Mesh? - ProBuilder
WEBSep 1, 2021 · The past decade has seen many production builders switch to synthetic fiber mesh reinforcement for concrete slabs to help reduce surface cracking. In the process, many of these builders have completely eliminated traditional welded wire mesh (WWM). But while fiber mesh has advantages, it also comes with potentially costly drawbacks.
Proper Backfilling and Grading for a Dry Foundation
WEBMar 28, 2017 · Downspouts: Make sure that all downspout extensions direct water 5 to 10 feet away from the foundation. Underground downspouts to a yard bubbler can be a more attractive option. 6. Separation from grade: Maintain 6 to 8 inches of separation between final grade and the siding material above.