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    Zip Sheathing Do I need barrier inside

    That’s what I figure with the plastic, but didn’t even know about the kraft faced. This helps a ton! Thank you
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    Zip Sheathing Do I need barrier inside

    Yes the green system
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    Zip Sheathing Do I need barrier inside

    I read through their FAQ and didn’t see an answer
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    Zip Sheathing Do I need barrier inside

    I have a new garage and the exterior used the Zip Sheathing that is permeable to allow drying to the outside. After I put up insulation on the inside, should I add an air barrier between the insulation and drywall? I’m in the Metro DC area in Virginia. This will be climate controlled with a...
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    Between 705 & 1200 SQ/FT Two Story going up

    That’s awesome idea!
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    Between 705 & 1200 SQ/FT Two Story going up

    Anyone have coating ideas for this concrete wall portion?
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    The portion of the floor without footers is 4-6 inches, but has piping for radiant flooring so I can't move it
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    Between 705 & 1200 SQ/FT Two Story going up

    12ft. Have a two post lift going in there, and a full office/entertainment area eventually on the second floor
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    Between 705 & 1200 SQ/FT Two Story going up

    It will be a long process. Finish the first floor before this upcoming winter. Then second floor as I get it.
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    Between 705 & 1200 SQ/FT Two Story going up

    Day two of framing
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    I’ve got 12 inches under this 3/8 or so deep expansion joint. And the footer and slab are all one cohesive pour
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    Expansion joint is maybe 3/8 inches deep. Slab and footing are intact and all together in a monolith pour
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    The mess was lifted to the center of the slab.
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    Not this specific one, but I had the manual when I told them the requirements. They just flat out missed reminding the concrete people, or the GC forgot . Guess I’m cutting up new footers. Everyone thanks for the help. I’ll be sure to post pictures of the finished product.
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    Curious how that works honestly.
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    I was home when it was done and checking on a regular basis, but didn’t see them scouring for the expansion joint. I really do not want to break up the monolith pour, but I guess it has to be done. Atleast I won’t have to pay for it.
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    It’s less than 3/8 over the two foot area which the manual spells out.
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    Contractor screwed up, what would you do? 2 post lift question

    Radiant flooring and I don’t want a four post because it’s to work on cars, not store them
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