More BS* + Beer
This episode of the BS* + Beer Show features Neil Freidberg, building science manager at LP Building Solutions, where he researches and tests industry innovations. Part of the Pretty Good House series, this episode addresses moisture management—the most important of the four control layers. Topics include key considerations around bulk water from roof runoff; the importance of drying potential as building envelopes get tighter; the value of sharing failures with work crews; WuFi vs. dewpoint analysis; how to handle vapor drive, and much more.
Bio
Neil Freidberg graduated from Texas A&M University at Kingsville with a focus in architectural engineering, HVAC, and structural design. Prior to joining LP in 2021, Freidberg worked at Owens Corning for 10 years as a building science leader and field application leader.
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2 Comments
In a recent issue of Fine Homebuilding magazine they had a small article on this kick out flashing that apparently solves a common problem with how to integrate it with siding.
https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2022/12/12/kickout-flashing-for-seamless-siding-and-trim
https://www.americanflashings.com/jd-out-flashing
rockies63,
That looks like a pretty elaborate solution to avoid just cutting a kerf in the siding.
https://hammerandhand.com/best-practices/manual/6-roofs/6-1-kick-flashing/
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