BOWA Remodeling Expert Doug Horgan Returns to Speak at JLC Live ’24 Residential Construction Show

Returning to the panel of experts, BOWA’s Vice President of Best Practices, Doug Horgan, shares his leading industry knowledge at the JLC Live ’24 Residential Construction Show. A leader in reducing construction defects through training and troubleshooting, Doug shares his experiences from over thirty years of tools-on carpentry, warranty troubleshooting, and instruction over 3 conference sessions. You can find Doug Horgan at JLC Live 2024 from March 21st to the 23rd at the Rhode Island Convention Center.

Project Management for the Lead Carpenter
Thursday, March 21st
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Description:

An introduction to key Project Management concepts for job leads—and their managers. Schedule techniques including GANTT, Critical Path method, and Make-Ready Planning, and how to use them to drive performance. Working with subcontractors. Simple and effective tips for site management. Keeping client relationships on an even keel. A simple, effective overview of time-tested techniques used by a successful remodeling company.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Become familiar with schedule tools & techniques and their use in residential remodeling.
  2. Learn three methods for improving work with subcontractors.
  3. Understand updated site management tools for setting the right tone and keeping clients happy.
  4. Review communication tools for successful client relationships.
Deflection, Drainage, and Drying: Building Walls that Work
Friday, March 22nd
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Description:

Walls are hit with pouring rains, lashing winds, hot sun, and blowing snow. Keeping these all on the outside of the house is our challenge as builders. Traditional details help reduce these environmental loads and can be important for long-term longevity of finishes, but modern buildings also include backup systems to handle weather that gets past the outer layers. Durable walls are also built to dry rather than accumulate moisture. What are the materials used for the Water-Resistive Barrier (WRB), and how are they properly installed? How do we handle penetrations, windows, and connections to roofs and other adjacent assemblies? What methods are cost-effective for drainage & drying spaces? How are they drained to the outside of the structure? How do we install masonry, siding, stucco & EIFS, and other claddings to build durable buildings? Our company’s experiences with renovations, repairs, and mistakes on our own projects are the basis for this informative session.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify traditional water management details.
  2. Understand the purpose and key installation details of Water Resistive Barriers and drain cavity systems.
  3. Become familiar with flashing details for masonry, stucco, adhered stone, EIFS, and siding.
  4. Know code requirements & online resources for supervisors & trade partners.
Bugs, Mold and Rot: A Discussion of Common Building Failures Panel
Friday, March 22nd
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Description:

Join Dr. Joe Lstiburek in a panel discussion with Ben Bogie, Stephen DeMetrick and Doug Horgan, moderated by JLC editor, Clay DeKorne, as they explore the risks, and uncover solutions, for detailing four common building components – ventilated cladding, enclosed attics, continuous wall insulation, and foundation insulation. To avoid bugs, mold and rot, the path is certain: “Don’t do stupid things!” Dr. Joe often exclaims. To learn what he means, register now, as space for this event is limited.

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