Pittsfield Charter Twp, Michigan

State of Michigan Online Code Training Videos

  sill seal tape video  SILL SEAL TAPE      
 Protectowrap: Todd Bushberger, from Protectowrap, discusses how to install a sill seal to help prevent air infiltration between the foundation and walls on new construction.                       


  Wellcraft window wells video EGREES WINDOW WELLS
Glen George, Wellcraft Egress Windows Wells, explains to Steve Easley, Construction Consultant, the installation process for molded egress window wells for new construction and retrofit applications.

  Window Well CodeWindow well code
 Chief Building Inspector Larry Lehman explains to Steve Easley the Michigan code requirements for egress window wells.


  astro egrees windowsAstro Windows:
 Patrick Miller, Astro Building Supply, explains to Steve Easley, Construction Consultant, how to install new escape/egress windows in basements that meet the Michigan code requirements.

video Rigid Foam Insulation
Doug Bibee, Residential Technical Specialist, Dow Building Materials, explains the benefits of using insulated foam sheathing in to increase energy efficiency and help prevent moisture/mold problems.

foamwall video Rigid Foam Insulation II
Wood framing typically represents 25% of the surface area of walls, so the proper installation of insulated foam sheathing can prevent thermal bridging and increase energy efficiency in a house.

guys foamwall Rigid Foam Insulation III
Insulating the exterior foundation walls helps the concrete stay warm and uses thermal mass properties to help keep the basement warmer. Find out how to install exterior insulated foam sheathing.

installing foam walls Rigid Foam Insulation IV
Installing insulated foam sheathing on the interior walls of a pre-existing basement helps prevent heat loss and moisture problems.

house wrap video Tyvek House Wrap
A scientific overview of air and moisture barriers by building science expert Steve Easley.


house wrap video dean whiteheadDean Whitehead Tyvek Expert
Hansen Marketing Tyvek expert, Dean Whitehead, reviews the proper techniques for quality installation of air barriers for building envelopes.


house wrap video kay demeyKay Demey Tyvek Expert
Hansen Marketing Tyvek Expert Kay Demey explains how to flash a window properly and Chief Building Inspector Larry Lehman explains the Michigan Residential Code requirements for window flashing.


larry lehman tyvek videoLarry Leham Tyvek House Wrap
Chief Building Inspector Larry Lehman explains the Michigan Residential Code requirements for air barriers with brick veneer exteriors.

Overview of SIPSOverview of SIPS
Structural Insulated Panel Overview: Frank Baker, President of Insulspan, discusses SIP construction.

SIPS by Michael MorleyStructural Insulated Panel Installation
Structural Insulated Panel Installation: Michael Morley, SIPS builder and author of "Building with SIPS," discusses the proper installation techniques of Structural Insulated Panels.


SIPS and the CodeStructural Insulated Panels and the Code
Structural Insulated Panels and the Code: Larry Lehman, Chief, Michigan Bureau of Construction Codes, and Frank Baker, President of Insulspan, review the Michigan Building Code requirements for SIPs.


Fire Place Installation Fireplace Installation
Larry Lehman, Chief, Michigan Bureau of Construction Codes discusses gas fireplace code requirements and Gary Martin from Heatilator explains the benefits and proper installation of direct vent gas fireplaces.


Proper Ventilation Proper Ventilation
Larry Lehman, Chief, Bureau of Building Codes, discusses code requirements for indoor ventilations systems and Farrel Beddome, National Sales Mgr. Panasonic Building, discusses the properties of an efficient ventilation fan and the proper installation methods.


Pat Overveiw  Overview of Insulated Vinyl Siding
Pat Culpepper, President, Progressive Foam Technologies, gives an overview of insulated vinyl siding and explains their features and benefits.

Pat Proper InstallationProper Installation of Insulated Vinyl Siding
Pat Culpepper, President, Progressive Foam Technologies, explains the proper installation techniques for insulated vinyl siding.

Larry Lehman Siding Larry Lehman explaining Michigan Building Code and Vinyl Siding
Larry Lehman, Chief Building Inspector, explains the Michigan Building Code as it applies to vinyl siding.

Steve Easley and Engineered Wood SidingSteve Easly and Engineered Wood Siding
Steve Easley and Larry Lehman, Chief, Bureau of Building Codes, discuss the Michigan Building and Residential code requirements for siding and John Weidmer, a builder, gives tips on the installation considerations for manufactured wood siding.




images and video where taken from The State of Michigan Online Code Videos
state of michigan link


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on Sep. 8, 2008 3:24 am