Water and Moisture Control

Air Barrier Under Wood Paneling
To prevent moisture buildup and improve performance, install a continuous air barrier—such as drywall or specialized membranes—under tongue-and-groove boards or other interior wall paneling.
Major Mold Mitigation
Fixing a house with a small, unsealed crawlspace and a mold problem is complicated, but it can be done.
Plumbing Protection
Some of these smart devices are more than a leak alarm—they can help you understand your water usage and diagnose plumbing problems.
The Complicated Role of a Water-Resistive Barrier
Choose the right WRB product and install it well, because if you're not keeping water out, nothing else matters.
FHB Podcast Segment: Buyer Beware: Mold and Poor Construction Make an Expensive Mess
In this FHB Podcast Segment, the team discusses when mold remediation is an option and if mold inspections should be required.
Watertight Chimney Cricket
Easy-to-make tools simplify the framing, while time-tested flashing techniques make it last a lifetime.
Envelope Vs. Enclosure?
The building enclosure includes four control layers, which may be separate or close together depending on the assembly.
Insulating a Cathedral Ceiling
A properly insulated cathedral ceiling provides thermal and vapor control and allows drying in at least one direction.
Burying Brick
It's a bad idea to cover brick cladding with regular soil. Start by separating the brick from the moisture in the soil using a drainage mat.
Line Set Re-Boot
Prevent water infiltration and pests with a 2-in. Oatey plastic/rubber flashing. Seal your AC line set easily for a protected home.

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