Videos

Video describing traditional 2x4 16 inch on center framing versus advanced framing with 2x6 stud walls at 24 inch on center, insulated corners and headers, wall stud-ceiling joist alignment, etc. providing a strong wall with more room for insulation.

Video explaining a design option for homes in the case of a flood that would negate the need for gutting the home post-flood. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video interview explaining the benefits of installing insulated concrete forms for both energy efficiency and disaster resistance in either new or existing homes for under $10,000. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Homes.

Video describing hurricane ties and how they make your home more ready for severe weather by strengthening structural connections.

Video from Home Innovation Research Labs giving an overview of moisture problems common to exterior walls and how to mitigate these problems with proper framing, flashing, sheathing, cladding, and insulation.

Video showing a mock wall assembly used in Hammer and Hand’s passive houses.

Video describing the installation of mineral wool monolithic exterior insulation.

Video describing the wall assembly of a passive house.

Video describing the exterior cladding details of a residential home addition project.

Video from IDI Distributers on how to comply with code and properly install continuous insulation, including taping seams and cutting properly.