May 2017 Table of Contents

Features
Avoiding Wet Walls Avoiding Wet Walls

The energy code provides guidance on limiting the risk of condensation, if you know where to look. Read more

A Texas Tornado: Lessons Learned A Texas Tornado: Lessons Learned

Stronger Connections Could Have Saved Homes Read more

Using a Sheet-Metal Brake Using a Sheet-Metal Brake

For more effective flashings, bend them on site Read more

Training The Trades
Snapping Layout Lines for Walls Training the Trades Snapping Layout Lines for Walls

For new crew members, JLC breaks down the layout and squaring process for a deck, slab, or the top of foundation walls. Read more

Q&A
Tiling a Commercial Kitchen Floor Tiling a Commercial Kitchen Floor

How do you tile a floor to withstand spills of hot cooking oils and scalding water and daily cleanings with harsh chemicals, degreasers, and pressurized water? Read more

Business
Getting Out of the Field Getting Out of the Field

How to structure a business that supports you, instead of a business that you support. Read more

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