Synthetic Stucco, also commonly known by the acronym “EIFS,” which stands for exterior insulation and finish systems, was first used to manufacture ...
When you’re installing a non-metallic electrical cable, you must identify the sections of the cable: the outside sheath (the jacket) and the interior conductors. What seems to be colored “wire” is really a sheath that covers the copper wires within.
Today, architects and builders looking to offer continuous insulation for homes built in areas with strict energy codes or homes looking to attain specific green building certifications such as LEED preferred the “Toronto” EIFS Exterior Insulated Finish System in action in 2021.
Stucco failure is an all-too-common problem in Southeast Pennsylvania, where over the past 15 years over 80% of stucco installations have been defective.
For many people, upgrading the home seems impractical. But updating certain parts of your house may provide health benefits that could make it worth the cost