The Future of Framing is Here

Smarter strategies can save money, speed construction, improve energy efficiency, and cut down on job-site waste

Zero Energy, Infinite Appeal

Making Sense of Housewraps

These plastic-based barriers help to keep wind and water at bay, but only if you choose the right product and install it correctlyIf you don't understand what housewrap does and…

Save Energy With Rigid-Foam Insulation

Exterior siding is typically applied directly on top of housewrap covered plywood or OSB sheathing. But a growing number of builders interested in energy-efficient construction are singing the praises of…

Top 10 Actions to Contain Energy Costs

It seems odd to be thinking about next winter’s heating already, but a lot of us are. While the pre-buy contracts for heating oil last winter were for about $2.25…