Archive for September 2014
Vapor Retarders VS Air Barriers
Water vapor moves from the warm
side of a building to the cold side. We must design our insulation
system to
allow trapped water vapor to get out and keep exterior water vapor from getting
in.
Materials that retard the flow of water vapor
are.
Welcome to Areva
Shireman Construction and the Chamber of Commerce of Harrison County welcomes Areva Pharmaceuticals in this issue of 'This Is harrison County'.
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Thoughts on Insulation
Insulation
performs many functions, but if we were to boil it down to two things:
1. Keep
the heat away during the summer
2. Hold
our heat in during the winter
Ridged.
Nurturing Innovation Hubs
Much is being written about innovation and entrepreneurship. Here's another interesting article confirming that.
- Mark
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Shireman 4th Generation Additions!
Natalie (left) and Luke (right) cuddling up.
Shireman Construction is pleased to announce
new additions to our potential fourth generation of builders (plant the
seed early)! Jeff and Veronica Shireman's twins Luke and Natalie were born on August.
Drywall (Sheetrock) and Paint Basics
Drywall is gypsum board. We want it
to look nice, give us some fire protection, reduce air flow, etc.
Sheetrock,
itself, can expand and contract fairly nicely. When it’s cracking it’s.
Foundation Basics: Water Management
When it comes to controlling water at the foundation level, your goals are:
1. Keep
the groundwater out
2. Support
the building above
3. Support
your.
Fire Preparedness
This article reminds me of when I was in school. It's an interesting perspective on a big picture issue.
-Mark
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'Critter' Management
Keeping your
building resistant to dust and critters is one of your highest priorities:
1. Seal
up your exteriors and inspect them annually. Check your walls, roofs, and
foundations for holes and penetrations.
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