Waterproofing, Siding, Roofing, and More!!
Soooooo.... I had typed out the last post but then forgot to post it, so that's why there are two posts back to back. This one will be alot more in-depth, with better pictures! Sorry about that!
Since finishing the framing, we have been very busy. Some of the most important systems have been installed, namely the Prosoco CAT V fluid-applied weather barrier, and the MidState roofing underlayment. Seems like almost overnight, we went from "camping" in our old house due to the numerous and immense roof leaks, holes in the walls, and other major construction obstacles, to a dried in, semblance of a house Even though the only access to the new portion of the house at the moment is through the garage, it is still nice to have a closed in space next door to mitigate some of the air leakage and weather from coming in unwanted! We can even park our cars in the garage!
First thing to happen after the framing was completed was the installation of the exterior weather barrier. The product is 3 parts, and all combine to form a silicone-based rubbery membrane all over the outside of the house, from the roof deck to the bottom of the walls. First, all joints, nail holes, seams, and straps are caulked or troweled with Joint and Seam Filler, which is bright pink and reinforced with little fibers so it can close large gaps and holes. Then, Fast Flash is used to coat all the window and door openings, creating a durable and waterproof gasket at the openings. It is dark red. Last, an orange liquid product called Cat V is rolled on the outside of all sheathing, which acts as a rainscreen, drainage plane, yet breathable membrane all over the outside of the house. This system really is amazing to see go on, and acts like a breathable bedliner for the entire house, sealing against all nails holes for the siding, but will allow water vapor to come out if needed. I have a good relationship with the vendor for Prosoco, and Prosoco actually ended up coming out to the house to conduct field training for one of their installers, as well as shoot some video and interview a colleague of mine (Ken Huggins, AIA) on the value of the system, using my house as a backdrop. It was pretty neat and I will of course link the Prosoco video if they ever publish it.
After the Prosoco was applied, we received delivery of the windows and doors from Kolbe and Buck Lumber. Through Kolbe, we chose to go with Vinyl Casement windows, all of which are Low E and impact-rated. We chose Kolbe as their quality seemed to be the best, and their staff were extremely helpful, both during the sale and the install where two of our large sliding glass doors actually came damaged in transit and had to be replaced. The Kolbe vinyl casements were found use higher quality glass than others we reviewed, as well as featured stainless hardware, which is a "must" this close to saltwater. We also chose large Kolbe 4 panel sliding doors for the back wall to take advantage of the view.
Once the windows and doors were installed, we started the siding and exterior trim. We elected to use Hardi cement products exclusively, as the siding crew specifically reported deficiencies with other similar brands, both in quality and ease of installation. We put Hardi staggered edge shake panels on the front of the house and garage, and 8-1/4" lap siding on all the other sides. The biggest changes were seen at the rear of the old house where the old cracked and dilapidated vinyl was removed, and new Hardi installed. We used 4" or 6" trim to line the windows and doors throughout.
Once all the Hardi fascia panels were installed at the roof edges, we called in the roofer to get started. We went with Tuff Rib standing seam metal roofing, in a galvalume (bright silver) finish. Now that everything on the exterior is nearly done, the house looks much more complete, and is totally "dried in" on the inside.
While the roof is being installed, I have also been starting plumbing. Since the new guest bathroom and kitchen reside on the new concrete slab, all of the sanitary plumbing had to be installed through newly cored holes in the floor. Had some help with that as it's a two person job, but all in all it went really smoothly. As of today, I have most of the sanitary piping in place, with a few vent pipes and the main connections left to made under the house. This weekend I will start the supply piping, install the dryer duct and bathroom exhaust fans, and begin the HVAC install.
Since finishing the framing, we have been very busy. Some of the most important systems have been installed, namely the Prosoco CAT V fluid-applied weather barrier, and the MidState roofing underlayment. Seems like almost overnight, we went from "camping" in our old house due to the numerous and immense roof leaks, holes in the walls, and other major construction obstacles, to a dried in, semblance of a house Even though the only access to the new portion of the house at the moment is through the garage, it is still nice to have a closed in space next door to mitigate some of the air leakage and weather from coming in unwanted! We can even park our cars in the garage!
First thing to happen after the framing was completed was the installation of the exterior weather barrier. The product is 3 parts, and all combine to form a silicone-based rubbery membrane all over the outside of the house, from the roof deck to the bottom of the walls. First, all joints, nail holes, seams, and straps are caulked or troweled with Joint and Seam Filler, which is bright pink and reinforced with little fibers so it can close large gaps and holes. Then, Fast Flash is used to coat all the window and door openings, creating a durable and waterproof gasket at the openings. It is dark red. Last, an orange liquid product called Cat V is rolled on the outside of all sheathing, which acts as a rainscreen, drainage plane, yet breathable membrane all over the outside of the house. This system really is amazing to see go on, and acts like a breathable bedliner for the entire house, sealing against all nails holes for the siding, but will allow water vapor to come out if needed. I have a good relationship with the vendor for Prosoco, and Prosoco actually ended up coming out to the house to conduct field training for one of their installers, as well as shoot some video and interview a colleague of mine (Ken Huggins, AIA) on the value of the system, using my house as a backdrop. It was pretty neat and I will of course link the Prosoco video if they ever publish it.
After the Prosoco was applied, we received delivery of the windows and doors from Kolbe and Buck Lumber. Through Kolbe, we chose to go with Vinyl Casement windows, all of which are Low E and impact-rated. We chose Kolbe as their quality seemed to be the best, and their staff were extremely helpful, both during the sale and the install where two of our large sliding glass doors actually came damaged in transit and had to be replaced. The Kolbe vinyl casements were found use higher quality glass than others we reviewed, as well as featured stainless hardware, which is a "must" this close to saltwater. We also chose large Kolbe 4 panel sliding doors for the back wall to take advantage of the view.
Once the windows and doors were installed, we started the siding and exterior trim. We elected to use Hardi cement products exclusively, as the siding crew specifically reported deficiencies with other similar brands, both in quality and ease of installation. We put Hardi staggered edge shake panels on the front of the house and garage, and 8-1/4" lap siding on all the other sides. The biggest changes were seen at the rear of the old house where the old cracked and dilapidated vinyl was removed, and new Hardi installed. We used 4" or 6" trim to line the windows and doors throughout.
Once all the Hardi fascia panels were installed at the roof edges, we called in the roofer to get started. We went with Tuff Rib standing seam metal roofing, in a galvalume (bright silver) finish. Now that everything on the exterior is nearly done, the house looks much more complete, and is totally "dried in" on the inside.
While the roof is being installed, I have also been starting plumbing. Since the new guest bathroom and kitchen reside on the new concrete slab, all of the sanitary plumbing had to be installed through newly cored holes in the floor. Had some help with that as it's a two person job, but all in all it went really smoothly. As of today, I have most of the sanitary piping in place, with a few vent pipes and the main connections left to made under the house. This weekend I will start the supply piping, install the dryer duct and bathroom exhaust fans, and begin the HVAC install.
Prosoco Fast Flash and Cat V weather barrier
Fast Flash around all openings
Joint and Seam Sealer at all joints tight to roof deck
All windows get Fast Flashed into the base Cat V coating
3" Main drain line coming from master bath
Rear of the house with siding on walls
Old side wall with vinyl removed, showing wood lap siding below
Hardi Shake panels on front
Front of the garage ready for roofing
Laundry room plumbing installed
Otto helping Daddy core drill holes in the block walls by applying cooling water to the bit
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