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Podcast: Your Project Shepherd Construction Podcast
Episode: EP 42 | Building Performance Failures | Insulation with Shadrick Wall
Description: Join hosts Curtis Lawson and Toner Kersting with special guest Shadrick Wall, Co-Founder and COO of First Defense Insulation, in our latest episode. We explore the critical role of insulation in the building envelope and debunk foam insulation misconceptions.
Discover how structural deficiencies are often due to misapplication, not the foam itself. We shed light on the foam industry's misinformation and stress considering existing homes' complexity when using foam insulation—factors like cooking habits and cultural practices impact its performance. We explore situations where foam may not be suitable, such as specific roof pitches or historic buildings, pr...