The Most Professional Advantages Under One Roof for Deck Builders and Remodelers

Remodeling Show | Deck Expo | JLC Live (R|D|J) 2015 – Oct. 1 -2

Known as the event that raises the bar for remodeling and deck building professionals, R|D|J is an annual trade-only residential construction mega-event that provides remodelers, deck builders and other industry professionals with all the resources they need to be the leaders in their trade.

This year the show takes place in Chicago at Navy Pier with education sessions running from September 28th to October 2nd and a lively Exhibit Hall on October 1st & 2nd. In addition to the hundreds of exhibitors, the exhibit hall features LIVE installation clinics presented by leading industry professionals, interactive, hands-on workshops and instructional exhibitor-led product demonstrations.

You will find Duradek at booth #2218 where you can talk with Duradek sales manager, Kevin MacMillan about the superior waterproofing performance of Duradek vinyl decking membranes. Be sure to take a look at the latest vinyl colors offered in the new Legacy line and ask about the revolutionary Panorama Universal Post – the most versatile topless glass railing system available. You may also get to speak with Duradek president John Ogilvie who pioneered the vinyl decking industry and has dedicated the last 4 decades to mastering the nuances professional installation techniques of this unique, multi-functional deck building product solution.

John Ogilvie is not the only decking industry professional to learn from at the 2015 R|D|J show. This year, the North America Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) is presenting a fantastic education session for Deck Evaluation and Inspection. After a year of multiple deck collapses that resulted in a range of minor to fatal injuries, the evaluation course is a must-attend for home inspectors and a huge advantage for deck builders conducting initial estimates on job sites for deck renovation or remodeling projects.

ND12 - Deck Evaluation/ Inspection Certification Class for Home Inspectors
Thursday, October 1 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification program will allow the home inspector the opportunity to employ the ability to safely inspect a deck using the NADRA Deck Evaluation checklist. The NADRA Deck Evaluation checklist has been developed specifically for home inspectors as a comprehensive tool to be used to properly assess the safety issues of a deck. After the program the home inspector will understand how to analyze the following deck components and issues and more;

• Stairs Footings and Posts Joists
• Joist Connections
• Girders Ledger Connections
• Deck Boards
• Handrail Assemblies and Guards
• Recognize proper and improper fasteners
• Assess hardware or material corrosion
• Review of the safety standards of all (decks, stairs, guards) structures
• 4-hour Presentation For Home Inspectors

The course will be presented by Jim Mailey who is the Midwest, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic market training manager for Simpson Strong-Tie—a company that manufactures structural connectors, prefabricated shearwall panels and other fastening products that reinforce the frame of homes and decks. Jim has given hundreds of presentations to more than 15,000 design professionals, building officials, builders, contractors and dealers. He has developed numerous programs designed to educate building inspectors, builders and contractors on how to install Simpson Strong-Tie products as well as how these products meet various building code requirements. Jim is considered an expert in safe, outdoor wood deck construction and provides economical product solutions to satisfy structural code requirements for wood decks.

Not All Work…

Remodeling Show, Deck Expo, JLC Live is packed full of professional advantages for construction industry professionals, but its not all work… R|D|J offers some fantastic social networking opportunities as well. Events like the Welcome Party, NAHB Event, Pub Crawl and other fun events take place throughout the week.

Your Invitation to Deck Expo | Remodeling Show | JLC Live

Don’t miss your chance to visit the windy city to attend the ultimate platform for face-to-face networking with manufacturers, distributors and representatives of all sizes displaying products, services and equipment for the remodeling and deck building industries.

Duradek invites you to Register with promo code X52 for complimentary Exhibit Hall Pass ($35 value) and 20% off All-Access Conference Pass. We hope to see you there at booth #2218.

Deck Expert Bill Leys Talks Decking at JLC Live New England

Deck Expert, Bill Leys, will be at JLC Live New England on Thursday, March 20, 2014 conducting a not-to-miss conference session that focuses on deck building best practices.

When you want the fast-track to knowledge in your trade, hearing what the experts have to say gives you a great advantage over some contractors that might only just 'get by' with what they already know.

JLC Live New England is the most anticipated regional industry event for residential construction professionals and offers real world construction education with a conference program that highlights fundamental business and technical skills that can help you elevate your skill level and your reputation well above the competition. JLC Live New England takes place at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, RI and offers conferences from March 19 – 22 and Exhibit Hall from March 21 - 22.

Bill Leys

A regular presenter at JLC Live events, a licensed contractor in California and owner of DeckExpert.com, Bill Leys is a big enthusiast and promoter of encouraging best practices.

"I am most looking forward to returning to Rhode Island (Newport is my hometown) and making New England contractors aware of the benefits that pedestrian traffic coatings offer over other methods in building and waterproofing roof decks." says Bill in the weeks leading up to the show.

Bill presents “Construction and Waterproofing Methods for Walking Decks and Tile Covered Decks” which takes place on Thursday, March 20th, 2013 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The session covers best construction practices and will be divided into two parts. The first half discusses pedestrian deck systems and best building practices to construct a well built and long lasting deck assembly. The second half instructs on roof decks and how to properly build and waterproof them for a systems to last 30+ years.

Learning objectives include:

• Best practices when installing new waterproof systems for tile.
• Best practices in building and framing a deck that will receive tile, which materials are available for waterproofing tile decks.
• How to properly sequence the waterproofing of the deck with the construction of the building.
• Tile Council of North America standards and methods for tile decks. (Durdek Ultra Tiledek has been tested to meet TCNA ANSI specification for load bearing, bonded, waterproof membranes for thin-set ceramic tile and dimension stone installations.)
• Reduce your risk of exposure to liability.

Since Bill specializes in the installation of deck coatings for decks over living space, he is very familiar with the Duradek family of deck waterproofing solutions. An authoritative voice in the deck building industry, Bill brings a not-to-miss highlight of JLC Live with his education session. Since waterproof decks and/or tile-covered waterproof decks rate high on the list of components claimed to have construction defects, this is an incredibly valuable 3 hours for any construction professional who takes on decking projects.

Tiledek as part of an outdoor tile assembly is
one of the best methods of waterproofing
under exterior tile

JLC Live New England takes place at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, RI with conferences from March 19 – 22 and Exhibit Hall from March 21 - 22.

Registration options are very flexible and range from exhibit hall only to full 4-day education conference passes. You have the freedom to choose whatever combination works best for you.

Visit JLCLive.com to register.

JLC Live New England is the most anticipated regional industry event for residential construction professionals and offers real world construction education with a conference program that highlights fundamental business and technical skills.

If you are in the New England area and are interested in waterproofing and railing solutions for your decking projects, you can also talk to Steve at Duradek of New England / Railing Pro who is Duradek's own decking and waterproofing expert in New England!

Decking and Waterpoofing are Hot Topics at JLC Live Northwest

JLC Live Northwest takes place December 4th to 6th, 2013 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon and both new and seasoned decking professionals in the Pacific Northwest can benefit from the variety of educational opportunities specific to decking and waterproofing best practices.

Decks have been a hot ticket topic and feature in residential construction for quite some time and the market is not showing any signs of letting up. Each year there are a variety of new products, styles, options and accessories to consider and the exhibit floor at JLC Live Northwest is a great way to check them all out in one place.

More importantly, with deck building codes getting revised and the bar consistently getting raised on deck structure and safety, there is value to be gained from Deck Construction Technology, one of 7 interactive building clinics throughout the show that will discuss the highlights of current decking topics and options. The collection of decking and waterproofing related topics covered by JLC Live NW’s education sessions is well worth attending to ensure if you are a decking or waterproofing professional, you are on top of your game from all angles.

Education Tracks at JLC Live NW

JLC Live NW offers a thorough collection of education sessions in 4 tracks over the course of the show. These courses bring you to a new level of expertise with real world construction education providing first hand, in-depth practical information for your business. You can register for individual courses for $75 or purchase a 3, 7 or 10 session package (best value is 10 sessions for $325).

Business Track - (21 courses) Provides core principles for running a successful construction/remodeling company from estimating and job costing to working with sub-contractors and more.

Production Track – (6 courses) Information for those working in the field or managing those working on the job and provides clarification for the skills and techniques needed to succeed.

Sales and Marketing Track – (4 courses) Techniques for how to sell in today’s market and tough economic climate.

Materials & Techniques – (14 courses) Provides technical building instruction including the latest in materials and techniques and understanding how quality building is done. Some of the most pertinent courses available to decking and waterproofing professionals are:

• Deck Engineering – A technical seminar that focuses deck engineering and the skills necessary to successfully design and build decks of any size and shape. From the decking down to the footings, you will learn about load paths, spans, beam placements, connections, footings, cost evaluation, railings stairs and ledges.
• Understanding Mold – Discusses myths and facts about mold and the danger of mold, what it is, how to address it safely and who to seek help from when in doubt about mold and mold damages. (See Duradek's article, How to Clean Artillery Fungus and Sooty Mold Off Vinyl Deck Membranes).
• Weather Barriers - Learn about the evolution of weather barriers and how they have become a critical component of occupant health and building durability.
• High-Performance Building Envelope – This course explores various high performance wall and roof assemblies, including continuous exterior insulation, truss walls, double-stud walls, SIPS, staggered stud framing, I-joist, and more. (See Duradek's article, Understanding Balcony to Wall Interface Rehabilitation).
• Deck Design Application Workshop and CAD Software – Learn how to choose from a variety of available design software and how to use them effectively.
• Construction and Waterproofing Methods for Walking Decks and Tile Covered Decks – this course offers expertise on deck construction and waterproofing, and if there is only one course you attend at JLC Live NW, this is the one not to miss. (See TileLetter Magazine article, Waterproofing Makes all the Difference in Dual-Level Deck -pdf).

Featured in Tile Letter magazine - May 2013.

More Details on Construction and Waterproofing Methods for Walking Decks and Tile Covered Decks

Facilitated by deck expert, Bill Leys on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 this session focuses on tile deck best construction practices and will be divided into two parts.

The first half discusses pedestrian deck systems and best building practices to construct a well built and long lasting deck assembly.

The second half instructs on roof decks and how to properly build and waterproof them for a systems to last 30+ years.

Learning objectives include:

• Best practices when installing new waterproof systems for tile.
• Best practices in building and framing a deck that will receive tile, which materials are available for waterproofing tile decks.
• How to properly sequence the waterproofing of the deck with the construction of the building.
• Tile Council of North America standards and methods for tile decks. (Duradek Ultra Tiledek has been tested to meet TCNA ANSI specification for load bearing, bonded, waterproof membranes for thin-set ceramic tile and dimension stone installations.)
• Reduce your risk of exposure to liability.

As a licensed contractor in California and owner of DeckExpert.com, Bill Leys specializes in the installation of deck coatings for decks over living space and is very familiar with the Duradek family of deck waterproofing solutions. An authoritative voice in the deck building industry, Bill brings a not-to-miss highlight of JLC Live Northwest with his education session. Since waterproof decks and/or tile-covered waterproof decks rate high on the list of components claimed to have construction defects, this is an incredibly valuable 2 ½ hours for any construction professional who takes on decking projects.

Register at JLCLIVE.com with promo code X107 for free exhibit hall registration ($25 value). Your exhibit hall registration includes:

• Free access to the live demos and clinics
• Exhibit Hall
• Welcome Party

We are sure you will get a lot of information from the show and hope you take advantage of benefiting from as much insight as you can from deck expert, Bill Leys.

JLC Live Northwest is the premier regional industry event for residential construction in the Pacific Northwest and offers real world construction education with a conference program that highlights fundamental business and technical skills. Duradek congratulates JLC Live as this show marks their 50th event.