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Best Practices for Window and Door Replacement in Wood Frame Buildings

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RDH BUILDING SCIENCE,

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This comprehensive guide explains best practices for window and door replacement in wood-frame buildings, from single-family homes to multi-unit residential buildings. It‘s intended to help industry meet consumer expectations, provide quality installations and achieve high performance for all types of window and door replacement projects.

A valuable reference tool for construction industry professionals, including builders, replacement contractors, window and door manufacturers and others, this 315-page guide:

  • Outlines Building Code requirements for replacement and installation procedures
  • Includes a comprehensive list of installation detailing samples
  • Addresses unique challenges presented by B.C.’s coastal climate

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