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Egress Requirements When Windows Are Replaced
Building codes in most jurisdictions, generally derived from the International Residential Code, require that habitable bedrooms include at least one window or door that meets minimum dimensions for emergency escape and rescue, commonly referred to as an egress...Browse the full Resources Index
Entry Doors: Materials, Dents, and Finish Damage
Steel, fiberglass, and solid or engineered wood are the three materials most commonly found in residential entry doors, and each carries a different physical relationship to hail and wind-driven debris. A steel entry door typically consists of a galvanized steel skin...Browse the full Resources Index
Patio and Sliding Doors in Property Damage Claims
Sliding patio doors and hinged French doors bring their own set of evaluation questions to a property damage claim, distinct from those involved in swinging entry doors or fixed windows. A typical sliding door consists of one fixed panel and one operable panel that...Browse the full Resources Index
Window Flashing and Installation Instructions in Repair Scope
Replacing a window involves more than removing an old unit and setting a new one into the opening. Manufacturer installation instructions typically specify a sequence involving a sill pan or sloped sill flashing, integration with the building’s weather-resistive...Browse the full Resources Index
