Roofs are designed to shed water and shelter structures from the elements. It’s not hard to figure out how pitched roofs—like shingles, tile, or metal—accomplish this, but one commercial building roof construction type can be more puzzling. It’s the flat roof.

In new construction, using a vapor barrier can be the best or worst decision you ever make. If it functions properly, it can serve you well; but on the other hand—an improperly placed vapor barrier can become your worst nightmare that will haunt you as long as you own the building.

Insulation code requirements are constantly changing, with new updates coming every couple of years from organizations like the International Code Council (ICC).

Many materials make good insulators. But not every insulation type is right for every application. In order to make the best choice for your project, it’s important to understand the different materials available on the market today.

In Georgia, proper insulation in the Northern mountainous part of the state may look very different from the coastal region requirements. In this article, we help you understand Georgia building code insulation requirements for your project.

As building codes change and insulation options diversify, designers are left with big decisions when it comes to choosing the right building materials for maximum thermal performance. In this article, we compare two exterior insulation options: polyiso and Rockwool.

This article compares the two popular insulation types and also presents a third option to consider for covering your building envelope.

Vapor barriers play an important role in keeping buildings dry, safe, and inhabitable. A building that is prone to moisture problems, like mold and mildew, likely has a design flaw related to a missing or inadequate vapor barrier.

Building codes are a set of instructions adopted by the local government that provide specifications that must be met in order to construct a new home or building.

Pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs) are a popular building model that can save time and money during the construction phase and beyond. However, most metal buildings don’t come pre-packaged with insulation—so now it’s up to you to complete the job. 

Under slab insulation goes hand-in-hand with pouring a concrete slab on grade, but you can’t just use any type of insulation for this special application. Find out why under slab insulation is so critical, along with which products to use (and which ones to avoid).