JLC BUILDER GUIDE
Avoiding Wet Roofs
Peter Yost explains the building science behind common moisture problems in attics and roofs. Read more
Insulating Over a Structural Slab
Skip the sleepers and float the subfloor over the insulation. Read more
Control Joints in Concrete Slabs ... Are They Needed?
Cracks in concrete are unavoidable, but contraction and expansion joints can help control where they occur. Read more
Retrofitting a New Door in a Brick Foundation
John Carroll explains how he modified an existing window opening to accommodate a new commercial-grade steel door. Read more
Tracking the Cost of Labor
How one contractor uses Google Drive forms on smartphones to accurately record labor costs, and Excel to process the data. Read more
