This document provides an overview of a continuing education course on residential construction practices. It discusses various topics that will be covered in the course, including building codes, foundation systems, framing, roofing, siding, insulation, and more. It also provides statistics and questions to test participants' knowledge. The goal is for participants to gain an understanding of residential construction so they can build a house from start to finish.

1. P R E S E N T S
Residential
Construction
Practices
Let’s Build a House Together!
(3) Credit Continuing Education Course

2. …and a great class!
Continuing Education Providers
are subject to audit by the State of Connecticut
Please:
Mute your cell phone
Use electronic devices judiciously
Remain in attendance until the
end of the class (or we can’t issue
your credits)
Thank you!

3. Your Credits….
Are submitted electronically to the State of Connecticut
by Tiger Real Estate School
Tiger Real Estate School will email you a
Certificate of Completion within 14 days
Please make sure we don’t land in “spam” and be sure
to save your Certificate where you can find it
There is a $25.00 fee to reissue a Certificate

4. Startling Statistics!
How many Jobs are created for each single
family home built? (According to NAHB)
Five?
Seven?
One?
Three?

5. Tax Revenue
How much government tax revenue
is created for each single family
home built?
$ 24,000?
$ 110,000?
$ 74,000?
$ 58,000?
$ 90,000?

6. Annual Housing Starts
How many national housing starts do
we need to accommodate growing
population and older
housing stock?
950,000?
1.7 million?
3 million?
1.2 million?
2.1 million?

7. 10 Year U.S. Housing Starts

8. Connecticut Housing Permits
2017 3,803
 2016 4,095
2015 6,077
2014 5,329
2013 5,424
2012 4,669
2011 3,173
2010 3,932
2005 11,885

9. CONTENTS
Building codes
Foundation systems
Loads on buildings
Floor systems
Wall systems
Roof systems
Roofing
Siding
Decks
Insulation
Finish work
Doors and windows
Special construction
Heating systems
Cooling
Air quality
Water and Waste
Electrical

10. Building Codes
Regulate:
 design
 construction
 alteration
 repair of buildings
in order to protect the public
safety, health, and welfare

11. The 2016 CONNECTICUT STATE BUILDING CODE
has been approved and will be effective
for all permit applications on or after OCTOBER 1,
2016.
Major Model Codes
• 2012 International Building Code (IBC)
• 2012 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
• 2012 International Residential Code (IRC)
There are amendments to each of the codes, full details can be located at the Office of
The State Building Official

12. Companion Codes
Developed to govern other more
specific aspects of construction
such as plumbing and mechanical work.
May be developed by states or local
municipalities, most are published by the same
groups that publish the model codes.

13. Companion Codes
Developed to govern other more
specific aspects of construction
such as plumbing and mechanical work.
May be developed by states or local
municipalities, most are published by the same
groups that publish the model codes.

14. Connecticut Building Codes
•Electrical Code 2014 National Electrical Code (NFPA-70)
•Accessibility Code ICC 2009 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities C
ode
•Plumbing Code 2012 International Plumbing Code
•Mechanical Code 2012 International Mechanical Code
•Energy Code 2012 International Energy Conservation Code
Several other companion codes exist, they are not routinely found in Residential Construction
Practices, but may be applied when referenced in certain circumstances. (IE: Accessibility or
Life Safety) A full list of these companion codes can be located at the Office of the State
Building Official.

15. Let’s Build A House!

16. Basic 2400 sq ft colonial
 Not a lot of “bells &
whistles”
 Costs a/o August
2016
 Average
construction quality
 Located in
subdivision – land
price not included
Construction Cost
Estimate based on the
book
National Building
Cost Manual
published by Craftsman
Book Company

17. Single family residence built under competitive
conditions in or near Fairfield County
 Foundation for normal soil conditions
 Excavation for foundation and piers on a prepared
building pad
 Floor, wall, interior and exterior finishes, roof cover,
interior partitions, doors, windows, trim
 Electric wiring and fixtures
 Rough and finish plumbing, built-in appliances
 Supervision, design fees, permits, utility hook-ups, the
contractor's contingency, overhead and profit.
*Add the cost of the land, government-mandated site development
fees and the cost of bringing utility lines to the site

18. 2400 Square Feet
What’s This?
4 BR, 2.5 Baths, Masonry Fireplace, Full Basement
http://www.building-cost.net/CornersType.asp

21. Site Preparation

22. Protecting the Environment

23. Foundation Systems
Foundation Footing
Footing Drainage
Foundation Walls
Damp Sealing
Insulation & Vapor
Barriers
Insulated concrete
forms
Radon Resistant
New Construction

24. Footing & Drain Details

25. Prefabricated Foundations

26. Insulated Concrete Forms

27. Poured Concrete Foundation

28. Foundation Insulation
Alternative to our selection
Slab insulation detail

29. Pre-Slab & Finish Details

30. Radon Resistant New Construction

31. Are You Ready….
It’s
time
for…

32. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
equipment and labor for:
Excavation:
1. Labor $5,143 Equipment $1,332
Excavation Total $6,475
2. Labor $2,050, Equipment $1,062,
Excavation Total $3,112

33. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials, equipment and labor
for:
Foundation, Piers,
Flatwork:
1. Materials $4,639, Labor $9,050, Equipment $1,062
Foundation, Piers, Flatwork Total $14,751
2. Material $11,152, Labor $17,426, Equipment $2,709
Foundation, Piers, Flatwork Total $31,287

34. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Rough Carpentry:
1. Materials $41,953, Labor $27,935,
Rough Carpentry Total $69,888
2. Material $36,060, Labor $52,886,
Rough Carpentry Total $88,946

35. How much have we spent so
far…
Excavation $6,475
Foundation, Piers, Flatwork $31,287
Rough Hardware $3,060*
Rough Carpentry $88,946
$129,768

36. Structural and Exterior Building Systems

37. Floor System Components

38. Engineered Systems Basement Insulation
Wood Joists

39. Wood Stud
Framing
System
Double Top Plate
Cripple Studs
Headers
King Stud
Jack Stud
Window Sill
Bottom Plate
Window & Door
R.O.

40. Engineered Framing Systems

41. The Role of
Mechanical Fasteners

42. Mechanical Fasteners

43. Understanding the Importance of Proper
Mechanical Connections

44. Sheathing Options
Oriented Strand Board or Plywood
Have been common choices.
A whole new sheathing system is
available now.
The Huber Zip System:

45. Structural
Insulated
Panels (SIPS)
Eliminates the
thermal bridge
that occurs
with
conventional
frame
construction.
SIP houses are
very tight and
insulate
extremely well.

48. SIPS Truss Framing

49. SIPS

50. Roof Systems

51. Rooflines

52. Roof Terminology
Ridge
Dormer
Eave
Gable
Ridge Board
Ridge Beam
Knee Wall

53. Engineered Roofing System

54. Material Costs Excluding Labor

55. Roof Flashing & Drainage

56. Most Popular Roofing Material

57. PV Roofing protects from
the elements and also
generates electricity
Newest solar
product
Pleasing to
Homeowners
Not as visually
apparent as
standard solar
electric
modules

58. Dow Solar Roof
(no longer in production – Tesla has filled the void)

59. The Savings

60. Tesla Solar Roof
Elon Musk does it again!

61. Doors & Windows
To Finish the Close-In

62.  Masonry Veneer
 Exterior Plywood Finishes
 Wood Shingles/Shakes
 Board Siding
 Stucco Finishes
 Synthetic Products
 Wood or Composite Trim
 Flashing
Siding & Trim

63. Air & Vapor Barriers

64. Siding & Trim

65. No Shortage
of Siding or
Trim Options
For The Home
Wood
Vinyl
Cement
PVC
LVL
Poly-foam
Hardboard
Finger-
jointed
Wood

66. • Foundation
• Framing
• Flashing
• Stairs & Railings
• Finish Materials
Decks

67. Deck Support Method

68. Flashing for pressure-treated wood
Contains higher
concentrations of
copper
Could quickly corrode
the critical aluminum
flashings, fasteners, and
connectors
Use stainless steel or
copper to prevent
galvanic reaction

69. Handrails and Decking Materials
Composite decking
combines recycled
plastic and wood fiber

70. Ensuring Deck Safety

71. Critical Deck Connections
1. Ledger Attachment
2. Joist-to-Ledger
3. Joist-to-Beam
4. Beam-to-Post
5. Railing Post-to-Deck Framing
6. Stair Stringer-to-Deck Framing
7. Stair Tread-to-Stringer
8. Post-to-Concrete

73. Let’s Review…

74. Top 10 New Construction Defects
1. No insulation installed in the attic
2. Missing proper roof vents, or vent holes cut, but roofed over
3. Windows installed improperly
4. Hot and Cold water reversed at faucets, tubs, and showers
5. Drains clogged with debris from construction process
6. Inoperable or missing GFCI’s in required areas
7. Heat vents missing, not connected
8. Cut trusses in roof or floor trusses
9. Tempered glass missing in required areas
10. Improperly installed roofing, flashing, or roof jacks

75. Are Your Ready?
Let’s Play…….
Name That Defect!!

76. Name that Defect!

77. Name that Defect!

78. Name that Defect!

79. Name that Defect!

80. Name that Defect!

81. Name that Defect!

82. Name that Defect(s)!

83. Name that Defect!

84. Name that Defect!

85. B R E A KB R E A K
15 MINUTE15 MINUTE

86. 2016 – 2018
(3) Credit Continuing Education Courses
 Don’t Let Water Intrusion Sink Your Deal!
 Smart Energy Updates for Existing Homes
 Innovation in Sustainable Housing – Green Building Best Practices
This Old Connecticut House
 Minimize Your Risk, Maximize Your Earnings
 Environmental Issues – Evolution to Resolution
 What to Expect When We’re Inspecting!
 Mold to Sold!
 Residential Building Practices

87. Your Opinion Matters….
Before the end of
class, please take a
moment to complete
our evaluation form…

88. Energy Conservation in
New Construction
 Energy Use And Code Considerations
 Doors And Windows
 Insulation And The Building Envelope
 Conservation Systems
 Mechanical Systems
 Indoor Air Quality
 Finishing The Interior

89. Energy Use Breakdown

90. better codes mean better
benefits.

91. Doors and Windows

92. DOOR & WINDOW SELECTION
Solar gain rating
Window orientation
What to look for in
windows
 Glazing
 Sashes and frames
 Performance ratings
Energy-Efficient design

93. Building Envelope Specific Requirements
Conditioned space
Building Envelope consists of:
Fenestration
Ceilings
Walls
Above grade
Below grade
Mass walls
Floors
Slab
Crawl space

94. Areas for Air Leakage (Infiltration)
Windows and doors
Between sole plates
Floors and exterior wall panels
Plumbing
Electrical
Service access doors or hatches
Recessed light fixtures

95. How to Air Seal an Attic

96. Super-insulated, Airtight
Envelope
Insulation materials
Thermal mass
Air tightness
Moisture control
Too tight

97. Common Insulation Types

98. Spray-In Insulation
Good R-values-up to 6.5
per inch-do an
exceptionally good job
of air sealing
Best product to stop air
movement through
walls
Available in both low-
density, open-cell and
high-density, closed-cell
varieties
Applied with specialized
spray equipment
Low-density foams are
more vapor permeable
than high-density
foams, but they both
form extremely effective
air barriers

99. Wall Insulation and Installation

100. Ceiling Insulation and
Installation
Thermal By-pass sealing
Is critical for maintenance
of the Building Envelope

101. Basement and Crawlspace
(Insulation and Installation)
Foundation and Floor Framing
Both Require Good Insulation

103. Fiberglass/Cellulose Spray foam
Approximately
$1.50 - $2.00
per square foot
$6.00 - $7.00
per square foot
R49 Standard Insulation Costs

104. Air Sealing for New Home
Construction
Blending
Air- Sealing
and a variety
of insulation
Materials for
an air-tight
Home

105. Duct Insulation and Sealing

106. Duct Tightness Testing
Building Cavities as
Supply Ducts
No, No, No, No!!!!

107. Putting all of the sealing
Activities in place before
Testing the home

108. Blower Door

109. Are You Ready….
It’s
time
for…

110. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Roofing, Flashing,
Fascia:
1. Material $9,967, Labor $11,680
Roofing, Flashing, Fascia Total $21,647
2. Material $15,077, Labor $12,564
Roofing, Flashing, Fascia Total $27,641

111. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Exterior Trim and
Finish:
1. Material $15,559, Labor $10,434, Equipment $1,343
Exterior Trim and Finish Total $27,336
2. Material $25,648, Labor $15,879, Equipment $1,370
Exterior Trim and Finish Total $42,897

112. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Insulation:
1. Material $6,231, Labor $2,638,
Insulation Total $8,869
2. Material $6,753, Labor $4,586,
Insulation Total $11,339

113. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Doors(including garage)
Windows:
1. Materials $5,720, Labor $8,155
Door/Window Total $13,875
2. Materials $10,528 Labor $7,211,
Door/Window Total $17,739

114. How much have we spent so
far…
Excavation $6,475
Foundation, Piers, Flatwork $31,287
Rough Hardware $3,060*
Rough Carpentry $88,946
Roof, Flashing, & Fascia $27,641
Insulation $11,339
Exterior Trim & Finish $35,639
Doors/Windows $17,739
Finish Hardware* $1,007
$223,133

115. Lighting Compliance Requirements
Compact Fluorescent Bulbs - CFL
Light Emitting Diode Bulbs – LED
Sealed Recessed Lighting

116. RESPECTING and CONSERVING
WATER
Home Water Conservation
Water-efficient plumbing
fixtures and appliances
Hot water distribution
Design landscape to
conserve water

117. Home Run
Plumbing
Newest Supply Systems
Include:
CPVC Piping
Manifold Distribution
Individual Shut Offs
PEX Tubing
Minimal Joints
Labeled Distribution

118. Hot Water
Re-circulation
with timer
controls

119. Toilets, Showerheads, Faucets
1992 conservation act
mandated water
conserving plumbing
fixtures
1.6 gallons per flush,
many are less than 1.3
gallons
Saves 30,000 gallons
per year – over $100

120. Electrical
Conventional Service
Circuits
Wiring
GFCI
AFCI
GFI Tester

121. Ground Fault Interrupter Arc Fault Interrupter
Electrical

122. PHOTOVOLTAICS (PV)
Direct conversion of
sunlight
Utilizes a
semiconductor to
create electron flow

123. Water Heating
Heating
Supply
Supply systems

124. Hybrid & On Demand Water Heating

125. How does an on demand tankless water heater
work?

126. Solar Hot Water Heating

127. Heating & Cooling Systems
• Forced Air Heating
• Hot Water & Steam Heating
• Electric Heating
• Radiant Heating
• Geothermal Heating
• Heat Pump
• Active Solar Energy
• Passive Solar
• HRV
• Air Conditioning Condenser
• Heat Pump in Cooling Mode
• Split ductless Systems

128. High Efficiency Heating Systems
How boilers work

129. Wall Mounted Condensing Gas
Boiler

130. Radiant Heat

131. Dual Mode Heating & Cooling Systems
Split Cooling Systems
Heat Pumps and
Ductless Systems

132. Differentiating High Efficiency HVAC
Systems
A split HVAC system - multiple sections
Indoor coil section in the ductwork
Outdoor coil section (compressor/condenser) installed on the outside of
the home
Inside the home (attic, basement, closet) there may be a combined fan
and air conditioning coil in one box or separate coil and fan sections
which can house a gas or oil heating furnace
 Package system contains all components in one box
(compressor, condenser, fan) typically found installed outside the
home, in some cases on the roof and ducted into the home

133. Two Configurations for AC or Heat
Pumps

134. Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump

135. Ground Source Heat Pump

136. Basement Geothermal Equipment

137. Air Quality
Night flushing – Attic Fan
Heat Recovery Ventilators
Ventilators – Kitchen/Bath

138. Balanced Ventilation
System
Incoming and
outgoing
airstreams
balance one
another
Heat in the
outgoing
airstream can
be captured
with an HRV or
ERV

139. Improve Air Quality Duct Configuration
Heat Recovery Ventilation
(HRV)

140. Video Heat Recovery Ventilation

141. Interior Components
Stair Requirements
Wood Stairs
Spiral Stairs
Fireplaces
Fireplace Requirements
Masonry Chimneys
Prefab Fireplaces & Stoves

142. Efficient Fireplaces and Gas, Propane,
or Pellet Type Burning Appliances

143. One Minute Break –
Your Opinion Matters….
Please take a moment
to complete our
evaluation form…

144. Finish Work
•Gypsum Board
•Ceramic Tile
•Countertops
•Cabinetry
•Hardware/Metals
•Wood Flooring
•Wood Moldings & Trim

145. Gypsum Board Application
Drywall Preparation
Hanging/Fastening
Taping and Finishing

146. Ceramic Tile

147. Please refer to your handout

148. Cabinetry &Hardware
Wood
Thermofoil
Painted MDF
Stainless
Veneer
Materials used for box construction

149. Wood Moldings and Trim
Cove moldings
Crown moldings
Cornice
 Cornice is a molded
projection that crowns a
wall
 Picture molding is a
horizontal molding
Rails
 Plate rail is a narrow shelf
fixed along a wall and
grooved to hold plates for
ornament or display
Baseboard
 Baseboards conceal and
finish the joints where
sidewalls meet the floors

150. Molding – Wood/Composite
Cost comparisons of
Different materials
Labor costs largely
unaffected

151. Flooring Options (per square foot, installed)
Carpet ($2.00 - $15.00 )
Wood ($6.00 - $15.00)
Engineered Wood ($4.00 - $18.00)
Stone ($8.00 - $50.00)
Ceramic/Porcelain ($4.00 - $12.00)
Laminate ($3.00 - $7.00)
Bamboo ($4.00 - $8.00)
Vinyl ($1.00 - $7.00)
Linoleum ($2.00 - $9.00)
Cork ($3.00 - $7.00)
Source – World Flooring Association

152. Accessible Design
 Wider doors
 Entry without stairs
 Barrier free shower
 Key services on
first floor
 Sinks/Countertops
wheelchair friendly
 Transfer ledge/grab bars in
bathroom

153. Are You Ready….
It’s
time
for…

154. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Plumbing Rough In,
Connection & Fixtures:
1. Material $18,588, Labor $18,716,
Plumbing Total $37,309
2. Material $9,740, Labor $9,080,
Plumbing Total $18,820

155. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Heating & Cooling:
1. Material $6,204, Labor $9,305
Heating and Cooling Systems Total $15,509
2. Material $20,055, Labor $6,080
Heating and Cooling Systems Total $26,135

156. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Interior Wall Finish:
1. Material $9,605, Labor $14,737
Interior Wall Finish Total $24,342
2. Material $2,441, Labor $7,564
Interior Wall Finish Total $10,005

157. Masonry Fireplace in
First Floor Family
Room
Brick Fireplace (and Chimney)
without a raised hearth. Is the
Labor and Material Cost for the
Fireplace higher or lower than
$7,250 ??
$12,11
0

158. Which of the following most
closely reflects the cost of
materials and labor for:
Wiring and Light
Fixtures:
1. Labor $9,557, Material $7,739, Total $17,296
2. Labor $4,050, Material $5,752, Total $9,802

159. Finish
Carpentry
Is the Labor and Material Cost for
Finish Carpentry higher or lower
than
$4,250 ??
$9,303

160. Painting
Is the Labor and Material
Cost for Painting higher
or lower than
$10,750 ??
$19,052

161. Finishes (builder grade)
The following are approximate budget guidelines for our New Build:
Cabinets……………….. $17,625
Countertops…………… $7,486
Flooring………………… $10,343
Carpeting………………. $11,567
Appliances……………… $7,440
Bath Accessories, Tub/Shower Enclosure… $5,885

162. Are you ready?
Let’s play…
What’s HOT…….What’s NOT!!!What’s HOT…….What’s NOT!!!
2017 Building Trends
(according to National Association of Home Builders
And National Kitchen & Bath Association)

163. According to the
NAHB…
Homes are getting smaller
Homes are getting bigger,
lots are getting smaller

164. What rooms are being
left out of home design?
3rd
bathroom
Formal dining Room
Mudroom
All of the above

165. What is the number 1 choice
for kitchen flooring?
Tile
Hardwood
Tile that looks like hardwood
Marble

166. What countertop material
is most popular?
Marble
Wood
Granite
Quartz/Engineered Stone
Concrete
Stainless Steel

167. What home features are both
Boomers and Millenials
looking for?
1.Large, spacious interiors
2.High Tech features
3.Open floor plans
4.Outdoor spaces
5.Access to shopping
6.Located near major highways

168. What home features are least
important to Millenials?
1.Separate Laundry Room
2.Walk in closets
3.Energy efficiency
4.Family Rooms
5.Outdoor kitchens

169. How Much did
our New Build
Cost???
Subtotal Direct Job Costs
Material ……………………….. $199,228
Labor …………………………. $221,048
Equipment …………………… $6,903
Total $427,179

170. The Cost of
“Doing
Business..”
Indirect Job Costs
Final Cleanup Total ………..$1,760
Insurance Total……………..$12,322
Permits & Utilities Total…… $7,481
Plans & Specs Total……….. $1,760
Total $23,323

171. Are we going to make
any money??
Contractor Markup Total $55,008
Grand Total……$505,510
Plus cost of land!

172. Complete & Ready For Sale

173. Thank You!!
Questions??
www.tigerinspect.com

174. Thank you!