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Base Flashing for Siding: How to Protect the Bottom of Exterior Walls from Water
Residential
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
September 11, 2025

Base Flashing for Siding: How to Protect the Bottom of Exter...

Base flashing for siding is a small detail with a big job. Positioned at the wall’s lowest edge, it blocks moisture intrusion where rain, runoff, and splash-back are most intense. Without this…

Girth Weld Coating for Long-Term Pipeline Protection
Pipeline
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
September 4, 2025

Girth Weld Coating for Long-Term Pipeline Protection

Every pipeline is only as strong as its weakest weld. In high-stakes energy and industrial systems, even a single unprotected joint can become a corrosion hotspot. A girth weld coating restores…

Ultimate Guide to Window Flashing
Residential
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
August 28, 2025

Ultimate Guide to Window Flashing

Water intrusion remains one of the most persistent threats to building durability. Rainwater and ambient moisture can compromise the integrity of wall systems, cause material degradation, and create…

Vapor Barrier Under Concrete Slab: Installation, Placement and Protection
Waterproofing
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
August 21, 2025

Vapor Barrier Under Concrete Slab: Installation, Placement a...

Concrete slabs often allow hidden moisture to rise from the ground into the structure. Moisture control beneath slab foundations depends on proper placement, durable materials, and jobsite-specific…

Ultimate Guide to Garage Waterproofing
Waterproofing
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
August 14, 2025

Ultimate Guide to Garage Waterproofing

Waterproof garage systems are necessary to prevent long-term damage from runoff, standing water, and ground vapor. Garages face unique risks due to runoff, foundation exposure, and poor drainage…

How to Insulate HVAC Ductwork for Lasting Energy Efficiency
Residential
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
August 7, 2025

How to Insulate HVAC Ductwork for Lasting Energy Efficiency

Insulating HVAC ductwork is central to reducing energy waste and preventing costly moisture damage. When ducts are left exposed, they leak conditioned air into attics, basements, or crawlspaces.…

Ultimate Guide to ICF Waterproofing for Long-Lasting Protection
Waterproofing
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
July 31, 2025

Ultimate Guide to ICF Waterproofing for Long-Lasting Protect...

Below-grade walls built with insulated concrete forms must resist both soil-driven moisture and lateral pressure over time. Choosing the right waterproofing system helps protect the wall assembly…

How to Seal Basement Walls for Long-Term Moisture Protection
Waterproofing
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
July 24, 2025

How to Seal Basement Walls for Long-Term Moisture Protection

Basement moisture doesn’t always announce itself with puddles or leaks. In many homes, it creeps in slowly, weakening concrete, encouraging mold, and damaging finishes over time. Knowing how to seal…

Cathodic Protection for Pipelines: Design Principles and Field Realities
Pipeline
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
July 17, 2025

Cathodic Protection for Pipelines: Design Principles and Fie...

Corrosion is a constant threat to buried and submerged pipeline systems. Left unmanaged, it can compromise structural integrity, lead to hazardous leaks, and trigger major compliance failures. One of…

Do Higher Temperatures Influence Pipeline Corrosion?
Pipeline
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
July 10, 2025

Do Higher Temperatures Influence Pipeline Corrosion?

Moisture, chemical exposure, and pH changes are usually addressed early. But temperature receives less attention—especially in non-subsea environments. Understanding how higher temperatures influence…

Microbiological Corrosion in Pipelines: Causes, Detection, and Prevention
Pipeline
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
June 19, 2025

Microbiological Corrosion in Pipelines: Causes, Detection, a...

Pipeline systems are vulnerable to a form of internal degradation that’s often overlooked during routine inspections. Microbial activity inside the pipe can lead to unexpected corrosion, reduced…

Polyethylene Vapor Barrier: A Complete Guide to Moisture Protection
Waterproofing
Carrie Powers
Carrie Powers
June 12, 2025

Polyethylene Vapor Barrier: A Complete Guide to Moisture Pro...

Moisture intrusion is one of the most costly and persistent threats to a building’s long-term performance. Construction professionals rely on precision when specifying products that protect the…

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