Amy Marks: The Path to Change in Construction Starts with Dissatisfaction

In her keynote speech at WDBE 2024 in Tallinn on October 4, Amy Marks, the “Queen of Prefab” and SVP at Compass Datacenters, explained why change is necessary in our industry and how to start making it. Amy has extensive experience in the industry. She’s a former vice president at Autodesk and the owner of […]

Dealing with Ice Dams: Removal, Prevention & Who to Call

Icicles may look pretty, but they are dangerous to walk beneath, damage the gutters and roof, and cause water damage inside your home. Read this guide for ice dam removal options and prevention tips. Heat loss and inconsistent temperatures on the roof’s surface lead to ice dams. Water backs up behind the dam and leaks […]

Basics of Building Air Leakage Rates and Pressure Differentials

Infiltration can be defined as outdoor airflow into a building through unintentional openings, such as cracks, and exterior entry or exit doors. Infiltration can have a major impact on building energy use and indoor air quality (IAQ) by allowing unconditioned and unfiltered air to penetrate a thermal enclosure. According to the U. S. Department of […]