Walls & Openings -

Water Management

Guide describing ways to construct wall assemblies in cold climates to minimize the likelihood of condensation formation inside the walls.

Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.

Guide describing installation of a fully sealed continuous weather resistant barrier to provide a drainage plane to keep rainwater out of above-grade walls.

Guide describing how to install and properly integrate flashing at the intersection of the wall and roof on an existing home.

Guide describing techniques for installing insulating sheathing as a continuous drainage plane on walls.

Guide describing the design and installation considerations for recladding of above grade walls using insulated vinyl siding.

Guide describing how to insulate the sill beam or sill plate on the exterior side in a way that allows drying to the exterior, as part of an exterior wall upgrade.