Water-Resistive Barriers - Page 2 of 5

The hosts respond to a listener's question about choosing the right vapor retarder for a straw-bale home, as well as what makes this construction method so compelling and cheap, and considerations for moisture management.

Builder Ian Schwandt shares tips for laying out, fastening, and taping seams correctly when installing ZIP System roof sheathing.

When building new or re-roofing and re-siding at the same time, think ahead to the next reroof and make step flashing easier to remove and replace.

From foundations to roofs, nearly every part of a house requires paying attention to moisture control for a longer-lasting home.

In this excerpt from Podcast Episode 141, Patrick, Rob, and Colin discuss water-resistive barriers, including a relatively new fluid-applied system.

For vaulted ceilings, this vented and vapor-open approach is durable and energy-smart, and a good option for houses in mixed and cold climates.

Always assume that water is going to find its way through, and provide a way to direct it back outside while providing inward-drying potential.

When covering existing finishes with new ones, consider how trapped moisture will dry, and how to create an affective air barrier.

The FHB podcast team troubleshoots an issue with failing cedar siding and discusses the installation of vinyl on top.

New water-resistive ZIP System Flashing Tape from Huber ups the ante for moisture control.