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#750: Flashing and Effective Water Management Techniques

⏱️ 50:47 🎤 Patrick Macom, Aaron Jones, Grant Baver, Carrie Delahanty
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#750: Flashing and Effective Water Management Techniques
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  • 0:00
    Redwood & Anderson Ads
    The episode begins with advertisements for Redwood lumber and Anderson Windows and Doors, highlighting their quality and dependability.
  • 1:50
    International Flashing Awareness Day
    Aaron Jones introduces International Flashing Awareness Day, a holiday he 'invented' on August 26th to promote education and awareness about proper flashing techniques through social media.
  • 5:03
    Coastal Climate Challenges
    Jones explains how the harsh, wet climate of Grand Manan Island, where he lives, underscores the critical need for effective water management in construction.
  • 8:55
    The Need for Inspections
    The discussion turns to the necessity of a pre-siding envelope inspection to ensure proper flashing and water-resistive barrier installation before these critical elements are covered up.
  • 14:16
    Why Flashing Fails
    The hosts and Jones delve into the reasons for widespread flashing failures, citing a lack of education, transient builder populations, and the shift from craft-focused to cost-driven construction practices.
  • 23:11
    Lessons from Rot Repair
    Grant Baver shares a harrowing story of a recent renovation project involving severe water damage due to improper flashing, echoing Aaron Jones's experiences with extensive rot repair.
  • 42:54
    Protecting Your Investment
    The conversation shifts to how contractors can convince clients to prioritize hidden but essential details like flashing, suggesting education, fear of litigation, and encouraging smaller, better-built homes.
  • 54:27
    Training the Next Generation
    Aaron Jones emphasizes the 'Apprenticeship Is an Obligation' philosophy, highlighting the importance of mentorship and training new tradespeople in proper building techniques.
  • 58:52
    Flashing Webinar & Event
    Jones announces an upcoming Fine Homebuilding webinar on September 3rd, where a panel of judges will evaluate flashing details submitted by the community, following International Flashing Awareness Day.

Speakers

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Patrick Macom
Host — Senior Editor
A
Aaron Jones
Big Dog Construction
G
Grant Baver
Host — Associate Editor
C
Carrie Delahanty
Host — Producer

Key Takeaways

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Prioritize envelope inspections before siding and trim installation to catch critical flashing errors early.

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Educate clients on the long-term cost savings and durability benefits of proper flashing and water management, even if these details are not visible.

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Implement kick-out flashings and rainscreens on all exterior walls; they are inexpensive insurance against future water damage.

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Integrate end dams on head flashings, particularly in areas with high wind and rain, to prevent water from wrapping around window and door casings.

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Always ensure proper shingle-style lapping for all WRBs and flashing tapes, starting from the bottom and working up, to direct water outwards.

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Consider wider roof overhangs (2-foot minimum) in designs, as they significantly reduce the likelihood of water infiltration.

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Invest time in training new employees on correct flashing techniques; it's an obligation to the craft and protects your business from future liabilities.

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