Modern Home Builders Issue 156 September 2026 | Page 22

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WORKING TOGETHER

The blueprint for maximum home energy efficiency.
By Todd Gluski

The long-term performance of a home is determined well before the first homeowner moves in. It begins with the boundary: the envelope. This vital barrier manages air, moisture, and thermal performance through structural sheathing, insulation, waterproofing, and roofing assemblies designed to protect the home and optimize its thermal performance. While each of these building components plays an important role, maximum performance is achieved when they function together as a coordinated system. The result is greater durability and energy efficiency, which enhances a home’ s long-term value.

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