Window Install with Thick Exterior Insulation

In this video I’ll show you how to install these Jeld Wen windows when you have exterior insulation. We are using 2” of PolyIso here but this method would work with 1-4” of outsulation. This method is for Huber Zip system sheathing and their flashings and tapes.
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[jmhall]

Building my own house, and I'm using this as the exact design for all of my windows. Thanks so much, Matt!

[dangolden]

I love seeing a stainless steel flashing. I'm a sheet metal man and wish more people would catch on to stainless. It costs twice what galvanized does, but lasts four times as long, thereby technically costing half in the long run.

[billmunny]

Glad you finally did this detail missing from most of your other videos, You do your sponsors a disservices by leaving important details like this out. Thank you

[OneManLikeNoOneElse]

I really love the way you point out every little detail of this install. You remove any guess work for DIY guys like me!!! THANK YOU!
I need to know more about roof overhang, soffits and building out the bird box on corners! 😀👍

[jerryclleung]

Thank you Matt, for doing a step by step.. for us, DIYers..

[apscoradiales]

Good job on the window, air barrier and flashing installation.
We would normally see this only on large commercial, institutional projects, never on residential.
It is really next to impossible to get the construction guys on residential projects to be as careful unless you (as an architect or architectural technologist) are on the site, holding hands and yelling a whole lot.

[jasonandrew]

Glad to know Matt is using OSI like us normal folk. Makes me realize that he used that on his personal house means is good for anyone.

[terryturcotte]

Seriously appreciate how you keep pulling away and show in detail how this done. It’s all in the details. Good job.

[BattlePhrog]

now we all know where you live LOL. Thank you for putting out some great content!!! I learn something every episode and I plan on putting it all to use when I build my next house.

[BobPritchard]

Fantastic detail. And done right. I'm guessing few construction teams follow these steps even if the architectural plans lay them out. Ask me how I know:( And that's the problem. A bit complex for the average framer.

[WhiteKnuckle_Class]

Matt.... Love your videos brother! *Question, Y'all ever set widows with suction cups? We started this on a high rise in Chicago years back, and ever since we've continued using them, its made setting a breeze.. no more grabbing the flange and getting caulking all over your hands/gloves. Great for windy days too.. Even on smaller residential windows, they are amazing. Don't need nuttin fancy... AMAZN: [8" Glass suction cup for Granite & Glass Lifting, Vacuum Suction Cup Vacuum Glass Lifter with Metal Handle and ABS Pump, 240lbs Load Capacity(2 PACK) Brand: ZUOS PRICE: $109.00 ]
Well worth it, total game changer.. !!! Sure you could also find a cheaper set. I like the 6" cups, as they fit snuggly in my pouches. Cheers brother, look fwd to more content!👊☝

[milliondollars]

This is perfect test bed for seeing what works and what doesn't it being your home and seeing how things last over time and revisiting the area of builds for update.

[treystills]

This video is perfect! Clear explanation and video that shows step by step installation. This is a format that finally realizes the full potential of your channel Matt. Thank you!

[justinbleau]

Zip-R9 has the rigid insulation pre-applied to the backside of the sheathing/WRB, I’m currently using it on a project and we’re achieving the same thermal-bridging concept with far less man hours and less confusing when it come to flashing, trim-out and siding install.

[ericfeuerhelm]

Definitely subscribed after seeling your attention to detail. I am a diy'er and this is exactly what I'm doing right now. This answered my questions I was having about the 2" foam to 1x4 strapping and how to tie everything in to make it stand the test of time

[testpilot]

Hi Matt, I like the taping and flashing to keep the water out from around the window and channeled down the rain screen. But, I think you left out an important detail for taping around the 2 inch window bucks. I think there should be zip tape all around the bucks (from the inside of the rough opening around the buck to the Zip sheathing). The way it is now, any water that gets behind the insulation and runs up against the bucks will run into the gap between the buck and the Zip sheathing and never dry out. Taping off the bucks like all the other Zip sheathing would ensure any and all water that gets behind the insulation will flow down and out.

[vzgsxr]

Good lord that's a lot of layers.
Come to Australia Matt, see how basic and simple residential houses are built here. 😂

[LamarWestley]

Im in BC going for my builders license absolutely love the vids very informative thanks so much Matt

[believerscc]

I would like to know how much all the zip tape on this house cost.

[StreamingFydave]

Dont know how I missed this video...I think this is my favorite so far. Love all the details.