Aug. 11, 2010

High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (Continued from p. 40 of the September 2009 issue of BD+C)
                    
                      

For example, brick and cement blocks are porous, so it makes no sense to try to caulk or seal the joint between windows or doors and these elements. On the other hand, cracks and openings around pipes or cables can allow significant water flow into wall cavities or to the interior of the buildings, and all of these gaps should be filled to help minimize the flow of water.”

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