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Why and How to Build an Insulated Overroof

Avoiding the risk of condensation in a modern low-slope roof design that doesn't... More

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Mobilizing for a Small Abatement Project
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Managing Asbestos During a Remodel

When vermiculite insulation is discovered during demolition, assume it contains... More

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A Troubled Tiny House

Building a small wooden structure on a steel trailer without considering climate... More

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Dense-Packing Unvented Roofs

A weatherization expert explains how to successfully insulate an unvented roof... More

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Insulating Parapets and Balconies

In New York City, balconies and parapets now require continuous insulation. Here's... More

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Holes in the Wall: Understanding Total R-Value

Today’s builders are learning to mitigate thermal bridging by using alternative... More

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Detailing a Superinsulated Slab

Once you know your target R-value - half that of the above-grade walls, or roughly... More

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Working With Thick Layers of Exterior Insulation

JLC editor Clayton DeKorne reviews the latest Department of Energy guidelines on... More

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