We in the Maritimes live in a pretty wet place. For that reason, it’s vital to properly seal wall openings properly during construction. Improper window installation is the leading cause of Atlantic Home Warranty claims!Steps to proper window installation 1) trim the housewrap Most installers…
Almost every concrete slab that isn't used for storage requires a section of 4" pipe that penetrates the slab, called a "soil gas extraction pipe," or a "radon pipe." Here’s why you need one (apart from the fact that it’s mandated by Code): one of the…
In many cases, it’s a requirement of Code to install what’s called “eaves protection” along the lower edges of a roof. Builders will often call this by a brand name, of which there are a few. It's also called "ice and water shield." However, regardless…
Hey, we get it. Between Christmas and Covid and "egad, we need winter tires" and all the other stuff going on in our lives, it's easy to forget little details like the fact provincial regulations will phase out the 2010 edition of the National Building…
We're getting to that time of the year, aren't we? As much as we hate to admit it, it's pretty much winter. The forecast is showing below-zero temperatures, and that puts a damper on construction - especially pouring concrete. That's because concrete has to be…