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Exterior Framing Checklist: Wood Walls and Flawless ZIP System Install

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  Exterior Wall Construction Checklist           1. Verify all framing is plumb, secure, and ready for sheathing Protecto Wrap Sill Plate Installation Instructions 2. Ensure to use a self-adhering product like the Protecto  Premium Energy Sill Sealer  under the sill plate is a great way to create a continuous air and moisture barrier between the concrete foundation and the wood framing.   The purpose of this installation is to eliminate air and moisture infiltration through the cold joint between the foundation wall and the wood sill plate.   3. Application of Sill Sealer A.   Peel and Stick: Start at one end of the foundation. Peel off the paper release backing from the adhesive side (the bottom). B.   Adhere the Product: Begin rolling or pressing the adhesive bottom onto the top of the foundation wall. C.   Anchor Bolts/Rebar:   Make an "X" cut in the foam material's adhesive backing. Sl...
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Concrete Tilt-Up QA:Your Checklist for Flawless Panel Erection

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Concrete Tiltwall   Checklist       1.   Verify the slab is clean, smooth, and free of defects that could affect the panel face.     2 .   Ensure that the bond breaker is applied evenly and completely across the casting surface and allowed to cure per the manufacturer's instructions.     3.    Ensure the bond breaker is confirmed to be compatible with any slab sealants and panel surface treatments.    4.   Ensure the panel location, dimensions, and openings are square and accurate (± specified tolerance).     5.    Ensure that the reveal strips and chamfers are properly installed, secured, and straight/plumb.       6.    Ensure that the rebar size, spacing, lap length, and clearance (cover) are correct per shop drawings.               7. Ensure the lifting and bracing inserts are the correct type, size, l...
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