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The Bridge Building Codes and Standards That You Need to Remember

Understanding the intricacies of bridge building codes and standards is essential for construction professionals.

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How to Effectively Apply Window Flashing to Recessed Windows

Effectively applying recessed window flashing contributes significantly toward a tight building envelope.
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Why is Dimple Board So Effective for Wall Drainage?

A foundation’s quality plays a significant role in a building’s performance and longevity. If you improperly design and install the foundation, particularly the below-grade drainage and systems, severe building integrity problems will happen.
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What is a Liquid Vapor Barrier? Pros, Cons, and a Great Alternative
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How Does Elastomeric Flashing Work? The Best Solutions for Your Project
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Pros and Cons of Fluid-Applied Air Barriers

Polyguard's single-component Airlok Flex® Family of Fluid-Applied Air Barrier products offer builders and architects a superior solution to their design and application challenges.
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18 Steps for Installing Commercial Windows and Best Practices
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How to Plan an Integrated Building Envelope System

Polyguard products achieves these goals with our tested, continuous building envelope components, including waterproofing, air barrier, drainage, and accessory systems.
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When to Use Permeable vs Non-Permeable Air Barriers

Choosing between a permeable and non-permeable air barrier depends on your climate zones and building codes.
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How to Approach Waterproofing for New Foundation Walls

Applying Poly Wall® below-grade waterproofing systems to any foundation wall with earth on one side and usable space on the other (including crawl spaces) significantly minimizes moisture-related problems to your home.
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