Building Science Meets HOUSES by Design

Three projects, multiple challenges, and a few pretty pictures

What We Started With

We bought a house that needed a lot of work

Solving Our Design Problems

Our new house needed an addition, but we didn’t want the addition to be too big

Flanged Window Replacement in a House with Wood Siding (5/5)

Step 5: Flash, Trim, and Seal the WindowWatch remodeler Bill Robinson as he shows how to use a combination of materials to flash over the flanges, and install a pre-built casing over the new window.

Flanged Window Replacement in a House with Wood Siding (4/5)

Step 4: Install the WindowWatch remodeler Bill Robinson as he applies sealant to the window flange, checks the window for plumb, level, and square, and fastens the flanges to secure the window.

Flanged Window Replacement in a House with Wood Siding (3/5)

Step 3: Prepare the OpeningLearn how to clean the existing rough opening and inspect for damage before installing the new window. Also, see how to waterproof the opening with self-adhesive flashing tape.

Flanged Window Replacement in a House with Wood Siding (1/5)

Retrofit a Flanged Window Step-by-step instructions for a leak-free, energy-efficient window replacement with Bill Robinson

Exterior Insulation Retrofit for Existing Bay Window

Head and Sill Details for New Skylight

Interior Roof Insulation Retrofit for (Cathedral Ceiling) Rigid Foam.