WHAT IS FIREBLOCKING AND DRAFTSTOPPING | MINIMUM CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR DIY

Опубликовано: 09 Май 2026
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As an inspector I frequently get asked what fireblocking and draftstopping is and where it goes. Here we look over the minimum code requirements, what materials can be used and common areas where a DIY'er should be aware of draftstopping and fireblocking requirements.

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