Wall Covering

Brick Veneer Weep Holes — IRC 2018 Requirements

Are weep holes required in brick veneer walls?

R703.7.4

Drywall Thickness for Interior Walls and Ceilings — IRC 2018

What drywall thickness is required on interior walls and ceilings?

R702.3

Exterior Siding Weather Protection Requirements — IRC 2018

Does exterior siding have to be weatherproof or just decorative?

R703.1

Exterior Wall Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018

Where is flashing required on exterior walls?

R703.4

Horizontal Trim and Band Board Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018

Do horizontal trim boards and band boards need flashing?

R703.4

House Wrap Required Behind Siding — IRC 2018

Is house wrap required behind siding under IRC 2018?

R703.2

Masonry Veneer Air Gap, Ties, and Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018

Does brick or stone veneer need an air gap, ties, and flashing?

R703.7

New Siding Over Old Siding — IRC 2018

Can new siding be installed over old siding or sheathing?

R703.1

Shower Tile Backer Board Requirements — IRC 2018

Is cement board required behind shower tile?

R702.4.2

Stucco WRB and Lath Code Requirements — IRC 2018

What does code require behind stucco on wood framing?

R703.6

Window and Door Pan Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018

Do windows need pan flashing under IRC 2018?

R703.4