Podcasts

Wind damage is not restricted to hurricane zones, so why does wind-resistant construction limit itself?

Building codes are not sharp knives inspectors use to chop off the heads of contractors, they are books full of options for constructing safe and efficient buildings

Extreme heat and humidity can drive moisture deep into framing cavities which can cause mold, rot, and structural damage

Can a wall plummet from R-50 to R-12 because of the studs?

Dew point differs from relative humidity in that it measures exactly how much vapor is present. With relative humidity, it's all relative.

Stucco is supposed to keep water out, but it is a reservoir cladding, so it also keeps water in. Sort of.

This chart explains how moisture behaves in the air as temperatures rise and fall—rainstorms, flooding, and glaciers in wall cavities are distinct possibilities.

The science of stickiness: a molecular look at tape's adhesive and cohesive properties

You can't simply go down to the hardware store and buy a box labeled air barrier