Building Code Questions- Page 23 of 68
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Venting a Shed Roof Tied to a Gable-End Wall
Hi all, First time posting here after tons of research. Looking to finalize some details for a house we will be building in new england, zone 6. The house is…
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grouting
Hi. We want to use a grout for surface leveling under the baseplate of steel anchors on roof. It will be covered with secondary waterstoping membrane, thermal insulation and single-ply…
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EPS Exterior Basement Insulation
I recently had the final inspection done on a basement waterproofing project that included rigid foam insulation. The inspector noticed that I used 4in of EPS foam which he referred…
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Concrete Free Foundation Using Wood at or Below Grade
I have read various articles on GBA and elsewhere regarding Concrete Free Foundations. As an example, the following great article by Michael Maines here:https://www.greenbuildingadvisor.com/article/minimizing-concrete-in-a-slab-on-grade-home highlights a concrete free slab on…
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Roof sheathing edge joint
what is the requirement for roof sheathing edge joint gaps
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Fire Code and Off-Gassing With Above-Deck Insulation
I'm converting my old roof to one with above-deck rigid insulation. I'm in climate zone 5 and, and I'll be insulating with 4" EPS atop 5.5" ISO. Below this new…
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Ridge and gable vents for unconditioned attic
Re-roof of well sealed unconditioned attic is calling for ridge vent install. Currently this attic has gable vents. Soffit vents are not an option, eaves trim detail is in…
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Leaving one wall standing
Hello all. Been reading for a bit and recently joined. I am a homeowner with a full-time non-construction, non-trade job. I do light renovations as a hobby and to save…
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When did homes built with a concrete slab on grade foundation start requiring insulation around the slab?
I am trying to develop a document about the insulation levels one could expect in an old home depending on the age of a home. Roughly speaking:When did homes built…
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Meeting insulation requirements
Under what circumstances can an addition be added (NYS) that will simply act as a cold storage space not need to meet insulation requirements. The addition would only have an…