Mastering Building Envelopes: A Simple Hack for Code Compliance and Efficiency

Speaker

Randy Williams

President

Wilcon Inc

Randy Williams began his construction career in the mid-1990s, installing electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems alongside his brother. In the early 2000s, his family expanded into home building and renovation, and by 2005, Randy was working full-time as a general contractor. He enhanced his expertise in 2009 by becoming an energy auditor. Today, Randy collaborates with contractors, homeowners, and utilities to perform energy audits and building investigations. He is also a contributing author to several trade publications and frequently teaches building science principles at various events. Follow Randy on Instagram @northernbuiltpro and on his blog at www.northernbuilt.pro.

As builders face increasingly stringent energy codes like IECC 2021 and the upcoming IECC 2024, delivering high-performance homes has never been more critical. Proper air sealing and exterior insulation are essential for meeting and exceeding these codes without disrupting standard building practices. In this webinar, energy code expert Randy Williams will outline effective strategies for rethinking your building envelope. He’ll cover options for creating airtight structures while meeting enhanced insulation requirements and maintaining a reliable water-resistive barrier. Additionally, Randy will provide insights into the upcoming changes in IECC 2024, ensuring you’re prepared for what’s next.

Learning Objectives

· Understand Energy Codes: Gain a clear understanding of the building envelope requirements

· Review the Impact of Continuous Insulation: Learn practical techniques for air sealing and exterior insulation that align with energy codes and enhance building performance.

· Learn About Future Changes: Prepare for upcoming changes in energy codes by examining the key updates in IECC 2024 and how they will impact building practices.