A look at cold joints in concrete and how to prevent them

An optimized value-engineered approach to framing kills two birds with one stone by reducing lumber costs while boosting the home's thermal performance

Today’s new-home construction practices require a mechanically balanced and controlled fresh-air ventilation system to protect the home and the health of its occupants. Makeup air is a cost-effective option that yields long-term benefits

Creating adequate separation between materials—such as cementitious stucco, stone, or brick adjacent to wood-based or vinyl products—is critical to mitigating cracks (and worse) along surfaces

Pay attention to these details to properly waterproof site-fabricated shower pans

Home builder best practices for identifying and eliminating construction defects in concrete foundations and slabs, mechanicals, HVAC and fire resistive assemblies, and insulation

Healthy homes have been on the fringe for years but now appear poised for the mainstream. Here’s how to deliver (and sell) next-level indoor air quality

Fix these three mistakes to mitigate problems with prefabricated shower pans

Home builder best practices for identifying and eliminating construction defects in roofing, siding, and decks