Fixtures, finishes, curb appeal—this is what homeowners care about most, right? At face value it may seem that way, but when you’ve investe…
For homeowners, the gut feeling that a home is truly energy efficient becomes a reality when they open their gas and electric bills at the …
Sustainability Solutions
9 minAs the demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly homes continues to rise, builders are actively seeking innovative building solut…
In their work to improve continually, builders are often looking for advice on common builder roadblocks. We caught up with a few experts a…
As a builder, you know building better means more than just creating high-quality, resilient homes. It also means finding ways to streamlin…
Building to code is critical—and though it may feel like a daunting task that eats away at time, it’s what may protect your structure and, …
As a builder, moisture is always a top concern once the sub-flooring goes down. The time when the structure is fully enclosed varies wildly…
Green building is a hot topic. As more homeowners expect their homes to run as energy efficiently as possible, many builders are turning to…
When it comes to sub-flooring, you likely have a mental checklist of standards. Knowing how your products work to solve your customers’ nee…
When it comes to moisture management in construction, many builders default to the traditional system of using commodity OSB sheathing and …
Neil Freidberg, Building Science Manager at LP, has been a leader in building science for more than a decade. His expertise in the field pr…
When choosing an HVAC unit for a new construction home, “bigger” is not necessarily better. Insulation and HVAC are two systems that need t…