Walls that can drain and dry last a lot longer than walls that stay wet. An air gap between the siding and sheathing lets both dry independently. Furring strips are one way to make that air gap.

Integrate the window with the house wrap, and the house wrap with the wall for an airtight, watertight window installation

Insects can get into the little parts of a wall and muck up water and air movement details

Flashing a humpy old roof valley requires a little give and take, and a backup plan

The biggest crack in the house, revisited for #ThrowbackThursday

Warm and dry basement living space begins with keeping the basement dry—duh. All moisture from outside must be directed away from the interior walls and slab.

Covering the roof of an old house with a blanket of insulation makes the house more comfortable and it cuts energy use.

The second layer of foam is the air barrier and drainage plane.

A faster way to build affordable housing in a tropical climate. It is a quick build when compared to standard block and stucco.

The complete video collection on insulating, air sealing, and installing windows in a superinsulated sunroom addition in Wayland, MA

Historically, shutters were used for protection and light management. These shutters do both at the same time.

The least expensive window flashing tape is also the most complicated to install. Unless you've done it a bajillion times