Future-proofing Buildings with Whole Building Air Barriers

Description 

This presentation will look at minimum specification requirements compared to future looking codes and how to develop a more robust design, including through specification of quality control. It will highlight different assemblies for the roof and wall, looking at their expected performance based on lab and actual exposure. Come learn how to future proof your building with a robust whole building air and water barrier.

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize the difference between the minimum requirements and needed performance criterion for resilient buildings.

2. Define specification requirements for future proof whole building air barrier materials and installation.

3. Design a resilient roof assembly to meet the intensifying weather conditions.

4. Understand wall air barrier properties that are not referenced in the code but will improve the overall durability of the building.