Understanding Air Barriers in Building Construction

13/11/2025 12 min

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This episode of If Walls Could Talk features W&C Editor John Wyatt and Tom Harris of Tom Harris PUR Consulting as they demystify one of the most misunderstood aspects of insulation—air barriers—and explain their role in energy efficiency and building performance. They break down how air barriers are tested, how spray foam products qualify, and why proper verification and HVAC coordination are essential for achieving tight, code-compliant building envelopes.

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