Re-siding of an existing home presents an excellent opportunity to install continuous rigid insulation over the walls while the old siding is pulled off and before the new siding is installed.

Oct 19, 2011 · But to answer your question: When installing a continuous layer of rigid foam on the exterior side of a wall, it's more important to air seal the horizontal seam at the bottom of the …

Fact sheet poster describing how to add exterior, continuous, rigid insulation to the exterior walls when replacing siding on an existing home.

Feb 9, 2016 · My first thought is to use closed-cell foam in the existing 2x6wall cavity, but this will still leave the outside face of the studs exposed to any water that gets beyond the siding. Also …

Apr 12, 2021 · Whether you are replacing the siding on your existing house or building a new house there is a very simple way to add value without large up-front costs and that is to add 1” …

Sep 5, 2023 · The process of removing old siding can be labor-intensive and potentially damage the wall underneath, leading to additional repair expenses. Adds Extra Insulation: By installing …

Sep 19, 2014 · I am adding a 14x16 lean to onto an existing storage building. the building is 12x16 and wrapped in vinyl siding. the lean to will be used for lawn equipmen, etc., so gravel will be …

Jan 10, 2000 · When the design works better with the addition offset, then I build plumb. If you must extend the existing plane of the building, than I usually match the existing condition, but …

Jan 11, 2025 · Yes, you can install new siding over old siding on a mobile home, but then again, it’s important to ensure the existing siding is in good condition. You might need to add a …

When replacing a home’s existing cladding with insulated vinyl siding, the retrofit professional – designer, rater, or contractor – must incorporate the new siding into the wall’s moisture control …

Sep 22, 2014 · I would just remove the siding from that wall of the house, build the addition walls and then install house wrap on the bare house wall and the addition and finally install the siding.

Oct 8, 2014 · I have an interesting challenge in my 1941 1500SQFT energy retrofit in Minneapolis (Zone 6-7). I want to maximize realistic R-value while preserving the existing siding and …

Mar 7, 2025 · Despite these high costs, durable and attractive siding is essential to your home’s exterior. Like the shingles on your roof, your home’s siding protects its structure from the …

Sep 14, 2024 · Today we start Installing Metal Siding on the BIGGEST Building we have ever built. I have never installed this much steel in just a matter of two days. Met...

Jun 6, 2022 · Methods for insulating old walls without sheathing and detailing them to dry if water gets behind the siding.

3 days ago · Knowing how to build a wall in a garage door opening will help you transform your space efficiently while ensuring durability and energy efficiency. This guide will walk you …