What Should I Use
What factors should guide exterior cladding or wall covering decisions? Do you know what the building code specifies and what it doesn't? Join Jake Bruton of Aarow Building to understand what requirements are provided by the International Residential Code not only in fastening or anchorage, but also details in water management and ventilation to ensure the optimal long-term performance for siding applications. Don't miss "Jake's Take" on considerations beyond technical guidance that drive his decision-making in this critical exterior component.
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Episodes
Episode 1. What Should I Use? - Windows
Episode 1
In this episode of What Should I Use, host Jake Bruton unpacks the complicated world of windows concerning health and safety when it comes the to the International Residential Code (IRC), the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), and how he as a builder views window selection.
Episode 3. What Should I Use? Weather Resistant Barriers
Episode 3
In this episode of "What Should I Use?" hosted by Jake Burton, the focus is on understanding the concept of WRB, specifically the differences between water-resistant and weather-resistant barriers. Jake begins by exploring the varying definitions of WRB in the building industry, comparing code specifications with industry practices.
Episode 5. What Should I Use? - Dehumidification
Episode 5
In this episode of "What Should I Use?", Jake Bruton gives a primer on what dehumidification systems do in residential homes. A critical component of Indoor Air Quality management, Jake explains the mechanical refrigeration process of a dehumidifier used to extract moisture from the indoor environment, and how it reduces the risk for mold. The episode also covers the importance of equipment sizing, ductwork, and understanding what the target relative humidity should be in your home. If dehumidification seems abstract, make sure to listen for Jake's explanation on its connection to building a tight enclosure that enables control over indoor environments.