We FAILED Inspection... but the Blower Door Result was UNBELIEVABLE!

Home We FAILED Inspection... but the Blower Door Result was UNBELIEVABLE!

We FAILED Inspection... but the Blower Door Result was UNBELIEVABLE!

We Failed Our Framing Inspection! (The Rational Spec Build)

What happens when your engineer of record retires mid-project and the inspector finds field changes that aren't on the plans? We "blew it" as the framers on the Rational Spec House, but in this video, I’m walking you through exactly how we fixed it.

Framing isn't just about banging nails; it’s about understanding load paths and collaborating with structural engineers.

We dive into the details of our three-car garage clear span using a PWT 5.25x16 LVL beam, the reasoning behind our 2x8 ceiling joist spans, and the "why" behind balloon framing for air tightness and thermal efficiency.

I also show you our InnoTech triple-pane windows, the pocket header detail for increased insulation, and our Foam and Seal process for fire blocking and air sealing.

Stick around for the end—we just got the results from our blower door test at the framing stage, and for a house this size, the number is winning.

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In This Video:

Dealing with a retired engineer and field changes
Clear spanning a 3-car garage with engineered wood
Pro-Tip: Why engineers are your partners, not enemies
Balloon framing vs. monopoly framing for air tightness
Installing InnoTech Tilt-Turn windows
Framing-stage blower door test results

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