air barriers
Air leakage plays a significant role in a building’s operation, making air barriers a key component of high performance buildings. In many structures, infiltration and ex-filtration can account for additional energy costs for heating of 30% or more. In addition, the water vapor carried by leaking air can condense, resulting in mold or other moisture related problems.
By installing an air barrier system, which is intended to control the flow of air into and out of a building, you can reduce energy costs, prevent moisture related problems and increase your building’s longevity. We provide quality air barriers installed by expert installers certified by the ABAA (Air Barrier Association of America) Quality Assurance Program.
benefits.
- reduce energy costs
- increase building longevity
- reduces potential for moisture related problems
uses.
- spray-applied air barrier
- air barrier (and potentially vapor retarder) over masonry (CMU) or exterior gypsum sheathing when speed of installation/labor savings is important
- self adhered (peel and stick) air barrier
- used when overspray is a concern
weather-resistant spray-applied barrier
- used for residential projects in place of housewrap to reduce air infiltration through exterior walls, and to stop water from entering while allowing vapor to escape.