Builder Insight #3: Poured-in-place Concrete Walls
The HPO has released Builder Insight #3, a bulletin that examines moisture management strategies for rain penetration control for multi-unit residential buildings constructed of poured-in-place concrete. This method of construction has become increasingly popular for mid and high-rise buildings, and offers both advantages and challenges with respect to the increasing complexity of building form and interface details.
The bulletin covers possible sources of water penetration, critical features and details, concrete design, coating selection and below grade elements. It provides practical information that can be used in both the design and construction of these buildings. The bulletin can be obtained on the HPO website or by calling the HPO's information line at 1-800-407-7757.
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