In the aftermath of Hurricane Fran, this North Carolina builder gained experience... More
Initial foundation settlement can leave vertical cracks in brick veneer cladding,... More
Temps helping to meet labor shortage; fixing up after Floyd; new study says cross-bridging helps stiffen floors; innovative foundation system requires no excavation; analysis of low-e paint; failing flex duct cover; elves slow development in Iceland More
Water leaking through poorly installed flashing and wall penetrations has proved... More
Residential sprinklers systems are unobtrusive and effective, but are not usually installed because of cost. One way to make them more affordable is to use plastic piping, as described in this article by a California fire marshal. More
From planning and layout to applying the finishes, a North Carolina general contractor describes the process of building his first house using insulated concrete forms. More
