RAiNA Education - Rainscreen Technology for Residential Applications

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Many homeowners have been faced with huge bills to correct moisture damage to their home. Moisture in the walls have resulted in rot, mold, and reduced performance of the wall system. The purpose of incorporating a rainscreen into the wall assemblies is to provide a means to drain water from the walls and to provide ventilation to promote drying of the wall cavity. This presentation shows the damage water intrusion can make, outlines the key components in a rainscreen assembly and how they provide added protection to your home.

The presentation will show the damage that can be done when water enters wall assemblies, including an example of the cost for repair to the homeowner due to a lack of full coverage by the homeowner’s insurance. Where the water comes from will be covered and how incorporating a rainscreen assembly can reduce the damage caused by this water intrusion. It will show the main components in all rainscreen assemblies and what provide. The presentation will finish with providing direction as to where assistance and guidance can be found to assist you.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Identify the hazards and risks caused by moisture intrusion within the building enclosure.
2. Interpret the sources of moisture and how they have become a major issue in residential wall construction
3. Define how utilizing rainscreen technology greatly increases the durability of residential wall construction and will reduce risks
4. Evaluate industry resources that can assist in the design and construction of building enclosure assemblies.

Presenter: Peter Barrett, B.A. (Hons.), M.B.A.

RAiNA Residential Committee Co-Chair

Product & Marketing Manager

Dörken Systems Inc.