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Features, From the Hutchinson Files October 12, 2023

Wall Design Can Negatively Influence Roof System Performance

Roof system design is supposed to be holistic, taking into account the use of the building, the interior air pressure, roof deck, climate, building geometry…

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Designing for Snow, Water and Ice — Part 2

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Designing for Snow, Water and Ice — Part 1: Understanding and Solving Water Backup and Ice Accumulation Issues

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Terminations and Counterflashing: Stopping Leaks Above the Roof

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A Checklist Can Help Multiple Trades Coordinate Their Work on Pipe Curbs

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Checklist Can Help Ensure Plumbing Vent Installations Are Resilient and Code Compliant

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Ignorance, Lack of Foresight Can Lead to Roof Designs That Defy Common Sense

Photo 1: Really! This is ridiculous. A 24-inch curb should have been specified. Twelve-inch roof curbs in my opinion should be eliminated from manufacturing offerings…

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