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Uncovering the unseen: Blindside waterproofing

By Rockford Boyer, B. Arch. Sc., MBSc, BSS

In the construction industry, much attention is given to the visible and esthetically pleasing aspects of buildings. These elements often win awards and gain recognition, while the hidden components that do not catch the eye are frequently overlooked. However, this focus on the visible can have serious implications, especially regarding critical building systems such as below-grade waterproofing, building enclosures, and low-sloped roofing.

These systems are often overshadowed …

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Reducing energy consumption with exterior sheathing

With the ever-increasing demand for efficiency in new buildings, as well as the retrofitting of existing facilities, exterior sheathing plays an integral role in reducing energy consumption and the associated carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. (This article deals with insulating, not structural, sheathing). Exterior insulation, continuous across all structural members without thermal bridges (other than fasteners and service openings), is the most thermally effective way to insulate a building. The sheathing’s thickness depends on the climate zone.

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