Building Science & Window + Door Installation

A FREE professional education event for luxury residential builders and remodelers focused on better building performance.
About this Event

This free, seminar-style event is focused on advanced building science and enclosure considerations relevant to high-end new construction and remodeling. We’ll address established best practices as well as changing expectations for energy efficiency, materials, and building performance. You'll learn...

• Building science principals presented by Construction Instruction.
• Window & door installation best practices presented by Marvin Windows.
• Practical techniques, details, and field-focused instruction.

Space is limited — register now!

Deadline to register is September 24, 2026.

Topics Include:

Building Science Topics:

• Building science and advanced enclosure principles
• Current and evolving energy-code considerations
• Exterior insulation, including benefits and potential challenges
• The relationship between enclosure performance, airtightness, ventilation, and mechanical systems
• Best practices for weather-resistive barriers (WRBs) and selecting an appropriate system for the application
• Considerations for mechanically attached and self-adhered WRB systems
• Product and application considerations, including Partel, Siga, and DuPont systems
• Managing extended construction schedules, including UV, weather, and moisture exposure of WRBs, subfloors, and other materials.
• New and emerging building products and considerations for evaluating their appropriate use
• Trends and practices that may influence high-performance residential construction in the future
• Practical field trips, lessons learned, and best practices
• ZIP System & Similar Products: Application and performance considerations, including water penetration testing and the effects of scratches or damage to the membrane/top coat, with examples from lab testing

Window & Door Installation Topics:

• Marvin's Manufacturer Recommendations:
  - Rough opening preparation
  - Installation and shimming
  - Flashing and sealing
• Suggestions for replacement applications
• Door Installation:
  - Multi-slide door sill preparation and considerations