New IRC deck building codes released in 2024 target key structural elements and safety features common in most deck construction projects. Decks are one of the most popular home projects with a higher return on investment than many others. Decks and accessories are a primary focus of the outdoor living industry. Many new products encourage […]

Builders in the residential space have discovered a hack in executing code-compliant wall assemblies: Grip-Rite ProWrap-SA. Balancing speed with increasingly strict energy and weather-resistive barrier code requirements means focusing on innovative building solutions. Depending on where you’re building, different versions of building code apply. Since 2006, though, weather-resistive barriers have been specified as part of […]

Pros installing high R-value insulated sheathing: drop the hammer! Grip-Rite SpeedSpike is here to make your installations over 5x faster*. As energy and building codes evolve to include continuous insulation on the exterior of home builds, the old solutions aren’t cutting it.  Until now, no widely available collated fastener has been able to achieve the […]

Continuous insulation is becoming the standard in colder climate zones. Even in areas that haven’t adopted the most recent IECC requirements, higher-end builders are increasingly installing continuous exterior insulation to increase energy efficiency.  Traditional batt or closed-cell spray foam in wall cavities isn’t cutting it anymore in high-efficiency wall assemblies. Thick layers of foam or […]

Hurricane ties have long been the standard when securing a roof to your double top plate in high wind zones. Pros pride themselves on efficiency, but hurricane ties typically require eight to ten nails for each strap. Even with a positive placement pneumatic nailer, that’s a lot of fasteners for one piece of hardware. In […]

Extreme wind conditions in regions like Tornado Alley in the United States have challenged engineers for generations. Like other natural forces, wind speed significantly impacts the built environment. Shear forces and uplift cause catastrophic failure if engineers don’t design with them in mind. Builders know what to expect in areas that typically experience higher wind […]

Weather resistive barriers (WRBs) play an integral role in the building envelope. These synthetic membranes provide water resistance while still allowing airflow and vapor transfer from the interior of a structure. Choosing the right WRB for your project requires balancing features and cost. Residential structures have different requirements than large commercial buildings; knowing which products […]

If you spend as much time around job sites as we do, you know structural screws are having a moment. As a replacement for more traditional fasteners in structural building applications, they’re decreasing build times and saving on labor around the country. While more and more contractors adopt them in place of legacy approaches, there […]

Building a deck is one of the best ways to open your home to the outdoors. It not only adds living space, a deck increases your quality of life. Having a tranquil and relaxing space outdoors is reason enough for most homeowners to build.   Out of all the home improvement projects to choose from, you’ll […]

When high winds are forecasted, wind load forces are often the last worry for most homeowners. However, every storm season, decks across hurricane-prone areas face tremendous uplift and lateral forces that can turn deck boards into sails, ripping them away from joists and creating dangerous projectiles. Inspectors often attribute poor connections between joists and ledger […]

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WHAT IS COVERED PrimeGuard Plus® – PrimeSource Building Products Inc. warrants that the coating on its screws will protect the screw from rust for the serviceable life of the project when used in a typical residential exterior environment. The coating must not have been compromised during installation nor any harsh chemicals used subsequent to the installation. […]

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WHAT IS COVERED PrimeGuard Plus® – PrimeSource Building Products Inc. warrants that the coating on its screws will protect the screw from rust for the serviceable life of the project when used in a typical residential exterior environment. The coating must not have been compromised during installation nor any harsh chemicals used subsequent to the installation. […]