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Heat Pump FAQ

Monthly “Failures” Columns

Building Envelope

“Difficult Sealant Joints”, David Nicastro, in ASTM STP No. 1200, 1992;

Waterproofing Systems

“Structural Defect Discovered During Roof Replacement”, James McCue and David Nicastro, Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities, ASCE, May 2003;

Building Envelope

Improving stucco durability using moist-curing

Building Envelope

Understanding why doors leak

Waterproofing Systems

Ensuring Durability of Elastomeric Wall Coatings: Strong recommendations for better standards

Building Envelope

Testing the Test: Water absorption with RILEM tubes

Building Enclosure Testing

Investigating Sheathing Durability: Infrared surveys in hot climates

Building Envelope

Ensuring Balcony Durability: Waterproofing details that stand the test of time

Waterproofing Systems

Durability of Brick Veneer: A deeper look at masonry anchors

Building Envelope

Durable Waterproofing for Concrete Masonry Walls: Field testing methods of water repellency

Building Enclosure Testing, Waterproofing Systems

Bearing pad durability in precast concrete garages

Building Envelope

Durability of water-resistive barriers

Waterproofing Systems

Durability of elastomeric sealants

Building Envelope

Defining and testing construction tape and flashing durability

Building Envelope

Ensuring Durable Performance of CFRP-strengthened Concrete

Science and Technology of Building Seals, Sealants, Glazing and Waterproofing, David H. Nicastro, P.E., Editor 4th Volume

Building Envelope

Failure Mechanisms in Building Construction by David H. Nicastro, P.E.

Forensic Engineering

Structural Condition Assessment

Asset Management

Forensic Structural Engineering Handbook, 2nd Edition

Forensic Engineering

The Fundamentals of Proper Energy Conservation Design

Energy

Performance of WRB In Stucco Assembly

Building Envelope

Mastering the Design Issues of Solar Photovoltaic Installations on an Existing Roof

Energy

Horizontal Above Grade Waterproofing

Waterproofing Systems

Fenestrations – Vinyl Windows

Building Envelope

Curtain Wall Issues, Problems, and Solutions

Building Envelope

Curtain Wall Failures – Design or Products

Building Envelope

Condensation Control Mechanisms in Exterior Wall Assemblies

Waterproofing Systems

Common Defects and Failure Modes In Cement Plaster

Building Preservation