Modern Home Builders Issue 134 | Page 30

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and the ever-changing Florida Building Code . New safer and more durable building materials hit the market almost daily . We pride ourselves on staying up to date with new and innovative products , separating hype from reality and incorporating these quality new products into our homes . Most recently we have teamed up with HB Elements in Pompano Beach to produce our custom exterior trim packages . Their products are made of high-grade cellular PVC and hold up in the harsh Florida environment . They
produce custom-detailed , durable products that our customers truly love .
Continuous improvement
“ After Hurricane Ian devastated much of the Cape Haze Peninsula in 2022 , we took a hard look around our community at homes built after the most recent code change . Our goal was to pinpoint any weak links within
the current structural building code . For the most part , the newer homes built to current building codes held up well , but we were able to find a few areas that seemed to be susceptible to water damage .
“ The number one cause of wind-driven water damage on newly constructed homes was soffit failure , allowing water to breach into the home through the roof overhangs . We addressed this by adding a structural detail around the perimeter of the block walls level to the sub fascia and adding a solid surface from the sub fascia to the block , allowing the finished soffit material to be nailed and glued to a solid , structural component . We insulate with spray foam , so there is no need to vent our roofs from the soffits .
“ Another area of water intrusion into newer homes was through the inswing fiberglass front doors . During Hurricane Ian , wind-driven rainwater was pushed right past the door
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Roof Sheathing and Framing
Our roof sheathing and structural framing serves as a staple of durability and strength for your project . We ensure that your roof sheathing and engineering meets and exceeds industry standards by implementing the most advanced techniques and quality tools available .
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