Making Roofs and Walls Join in a Continuous Air Barrier System Depends on Chemistry May 15, 2002 August 2002 Interface • 31 Air barriers were a curious Canadian obsession just a few years ago but are now mandated in at least one state energy code and are predicted to spread quickly. The primary reason is energy efficiency, but the goal of durable buildings with healthier indoor environments is driving more and more […] Read More
Cold-Weather Considerations for Glass-Reinforced Asphalt Shingles May 15, 2002 By Raymond L. Corbin and L. D. Hogan Glass-reinforced, asphalt shingles are designed for application in a wide range of weather conditions; however, care should always be exercised whenever approaching climate extremes. While there are also hot weather precautions, this article focuses on matters of cold weather application. Snow, ice, and water accumulation can exert […] Read More
Legislative and Regulatory Issues for Roof Consultants May 15, 2002 Roof Consultants Legislative Issues Regulatory April 2002 Interface • 9 Background and History It must be noted that these efforts have not been initiated in a vacuum. Not only does RCI believe that its professional members have a great deal to offer the industry, but in many ways we have become the target of interest […] Read More
Closed Cell Foam Insulations: Resolving the Issue of Thermal Performance May 15, 2002 August 2002 Interface • 23 As Yogi Berra once said, “It’s déjà vu all over again.” Reminiscent of the early 1970s, we are once again witnessing sharp increases in the cost of fuels and being warned of impending shortages or even power brownouts. Energy conservation is again a topic of discussion. As the demand for […] Read More
A Primer on Clay Tile Roof Inspection and Material Selection May 15, 2002 By John Dashner, CSI A PRIMER ON CLAY TILE ROOF INSPECTION AND MATERIAL SELECTION Evaluation Standards A complete and thorough evaluation of the existing roofing system is the first step in a successful re-roofing project. What needs to be done to the roofing system and what will be the subsequent impact on the over-all building? […] Read More
