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What is Crawl Space Encapsulation: Explained & Benefits

Crawl space encapsulation is an essential process that helps homeowners enhance the health and efficiency of their homes.

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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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What is the Difference Between an Air Barrier vs. Vapor Barrier?

Protecting your home with a high-quality air barrier, from the top down to its foundation, will protect the home's integrity and air quality, along with lessening maintenance and repair bills.
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What is the Best Basement Wall Sealer?

Applying Poly Wall®'s below-grade waterproofing systems to basements with usable space on one side (including crawl spaces) and earth on the other side can significantly minimize structurally damaging and unhealthy moisture-related problems
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