Air Barrier Installation & Quality Control Fundamentals

Join us for an informative presentation that emphasizes the importance of proper air barrier application in enhancing building performance. Properly installed air barriers are critical in preventing air leakage, which can lead to energy inefficiencies, moisture issues, and compromised indoor air quality.

We will delve into best practices for air barrier application, highlighting the techniques that ensure continuity and effectiveness. Attendees will learn about common challenges faced during installation and the vital role of quality control in maintaining the integrity of the air barrier system.

Through real-world project photo’s, we’ll illustrate key application requirements for a variety of air barrier materials and exactly what to look for when performing quality control and site-testing.

Learning Objectives:

1.  Understand and demonstrate the essential techniques for proper air barrier installation, ensuring continuity and effectiveness in various building applications.
2. Identify common pitfalls and obstacles in air barrier application, and learn strategies to overcome these challenges to maintain optimal performance.
3. Understand the importance of quality control processes during installation, and learn specific inspection methods and testing protocols to ensure air barrier integrity.
4. Analyze real-world case studies to distinguish between effective and ineffective air barrier installations, understanding the long-term consequences of proper application and maintenance.

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Melissa Payne, BECxP, CxA+BE, CDT, Building Enclosure Consulting – Forensics Owner, Midwest Enclosure Consulting, LLC

Melissa I. Payne focuses on offering building enclosure third-party consulting services. She founded Midwest Enclosure Consulting, LLC September 2022, where she focuses to help clients mitigate risk and to provide building envelope solutions no matter the structure’s phase – design, construction, or operation. Ms. Payne possesses a strong foundation in industry standards related to building envelope commissioning processes, commissioning authority, building science, construction observation, performance testing, project management, and general construction of building envelope systems including institutional, schools, higher education, government, healthcare, hospitality, and industrial projects. Her owner representative, third-party consulting experience, forensic work, commissioning provider background, and manufacturer internal consultant involvement gives her an all-enveloping perspective of the design and construction industry. Currently she works with owners, architects, engineers, designers, construction managers/general contractors, and enclosure trades to promote the integrity and performance of building enclosures. She is known for bringing collaboration to the design and construction process. She focuses on bridging the gap in design and construction with design review services, development of project specific details, construction observation and documentation, and focuses on mitigating risk as they relate to the design and construction of the building enclosure system.