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Integrated Water-Resistive Barriers or Housewrap?
Simply being “built to code” is becoming a thing of the past with higher-quality products making a big impact in traditional spaces. When it comes to durability, efficiency and resiliency, ZIP System® building enclosures has transformed wood-framed building envelopes with its integrated sheathing.
Prioritizing Safety to Promote Culture, Retain Talent, and Save Money
Every Monday morning, Wenger Construction crews huddle up at jobsites for their weekly “toolbox talk” where site leaders review safety protocols, talk through real scenarios involving co-workers and discuss ideas for improvement
Streamline Your Builds Without Sacrificing Quality
Find out why one Cleveland-based builder chose ZIP System® products to streamline his projects and meet demanding deadlines in this fast-growing city.
Generac: Supplying Smart Power for Today’s Smart Homes
In today’s world, smart home technology is becoming the norm. From security systems to high-tech appliances, consumers always want to stay connected. At the same time, power outages are happening much more frequently. With Generac, you can ensure that all of these necessary amenities will stay powered no matter what, so home owners can continue with life undisturbed.
Do Home Buyers Associate Your Brand with Quality?
In today’s competitive home building environment, brand reputation matters more than ever before. Quality issues could result in negative online reviews or the home buyer sharing their experiences with friends, family and colleagues. By investing in a quality assurance program, you could protect your brand from potentially negative reviews and enhance your reputation, while saving money.
Designing a Luxury Kitchen for Today’s ‘Technicurean’
One growing trend in kitchen design is luxurious appliances with smart, intuitive technology.
Budget-Friendly Materials Can Lead to Hidden Costs
Every day, builders face decisions on the jobsite that affect the integrity of their craft and the bottom line for their business. Sacrificing quality to save money does not pay in the end.
Protecting Homes From Wildfires
As wildfires become more widespread, there’s growing urgency for builders and homeowners to take proactive steps like using safer products to better protect homes and everything that matters inside.
Roof Products for Quick Rough Dry-In
Builders in New England have a joke: Don’t like the weather? Wait 30 minutes and it will change. Seriously, the building industry has its challenges, and I believe the biggest and most common challenge for remodelers, custom builders and spec builders alike is getting a weathertight shell. I can’t remember how or when we started using ZIP System® sheathing and tape, but I do know that because of its weatherproof durability and time-saving application, I never looked back once we did.
Avoiding the Moisture Sandwich: Vapor Control for Floor Systems
Advancements in framing and insulation coupled with a desire to build tighter, more energy-efficient homes have builders looking carefully at evolving wall assemblies. But as finishing materials become more sophisticated, there may be a need to look down — to the flooring system. Trapping moisture that can lead to rot is not just a problem to avoid in wall assemblies.
