Window Install & Flashing - Jeld Wen in Zip System

In this video we will show you the Best Practice Method to install and flash a Jeld Wen Auraline Composite Window in a Zip System Sheathing house. This window was unveiled at the International Builders Show in Vegas and will be available in 2020 nationwide. It's not on their site yet, but you'll be able to find out about it soon at www.jeld-wen.com/en-us/produc...
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[@amoeba2091]

I've been in the trades for almost 20 years, built houses, flipped houses, renovated top to bottom, commercial and residential, and worked with hundreds of sub trades. I still find it overwhelming at the sheer amount of systems and products that exist to do the same thing. As for what's best? Forget about it, you'll never know, nor will any contractor. What complicates things further is 4 contractors will give you 4 different ways to install the same product. Even for an experienced guy, It can be frustrating and anxiety enducing to make the best choice and to know whether the job is being done correctly or not.

[@Eric-qu2vp]

Amen

[@rduckster4727]

Try being a diy-er trying to build my own house; learning as I go.

[@natemartinez4595]

How so? Because different options exist that makes it harder? I love it. Different systems for different requirements and budgets. It doesn't add any anxiety for me. I'd rather have options than just make it up as ingo

[@NoCompM2]

I can definitely relate honestly. It's quite overwhelming.

[@jimmyp7082]

All the products are to screw the americans out of there money. Plenty of old houses with no fancy products with no problems. Rissinger charges 5k to put a window in

[@Wood-Renovations]

There needs to be more videos of Bill giving his hands on knowledge.

[@karlozzlopezz6093]

Shut up

[@dwadholm1]

Exactly how I did my windows two years ago. After two winter's I can say the extra work was worth it. Not just financially in energy savings but in comfort and sound control as well.

[@kermitefrog64]

Great video. I totally agree that windows can cause a lot of problems. I had a company come in and put in double pane windows but they were not careful in sealing around the window. I had to redo the window to keep the water out and used a number of your videos to do the work since I am learning as I go. Thank you for the info.

[@bjleau76]

I think I saw Matt do a little building there, nice to see him get his hands dirty....hammers like a manager too. All joking aside, love the videos, working backwards and watching the old ones too. Thank you for sharing all the knowledge, and helping us to build better

[@rapfreak7797]

I like that he took the side taping past the bend point on the lower tape.

[@422systemarty]

Matt always does a great job covering windows but i would like to see him do some doors, sliding doors and such...😎

[@pavelomar4631]

422systemarty a 8R8L Bi Fold patio door perhaps !?! 😰

[@danielfronc4304]

Ditto!

[@mhsfhhawks3411]

I have a house under construction and they installed the windows just this week. I was actually very surprised they did nothing in the way of a sill pan or taping the house wrap before installing the windows. Is the best and only thing I can do after the fact to weather seal the edges of the window? Suggestions? I should have them take the windows out and do it the right way!

[@chrisanderson1515]

This channel is my favorite resource for sure. Sliding doors would be great. I think he did something with Marvin some time ago.

[@ernieangle2553]

I agree with you Pavel and 422systemarty !

[@lpgtr8r1]

Damn you Matt. I'm going to build a house, and it would have been so much easier if I had never found your channel.

[@brianengelbrecht7842]

Thanks for another great video. I’m about to start building a house using zip sheathing for the first time. This was exactly what I needed to see.

[@jeepsuc99]

Dont use shit system to build your new house.

[@joshuasmith1215]

Nice video. I literally just complained on some window install videos about them not taping the sides and top because that would allow air that comes up from the bottom of the window (since that part isn't taped or sealed) to get behind the house wrap, which defeats the purpose of house wrap as an air barrier. I understand here you're using Zip but then air could get in where the window jamb and the zip meet. Happy to see you guys put tape on that.

[@brycefroderman6481]

Super helpful in knowing the steps to take and proper flashing to avoid water damage!

[@jlanemiller]

For the time and necessity to be very specific with getting the tape to conform around all corners and edges, I prefer to just use liquid flash around the entire opening, covering the entire jamb. It’s a little more expensive, BUT for the end result and lack of headaches it’s so worth it!

[@Cake41579]

I agree hands down. Matt has since used fluid applied flashing abd weather barrier on a couple homes with tremendous results. Have you seen the air sealing vapor that’s implemented by filling the homes interior air space with the air sealant and doing a blower door by blowing the air towards the outside wgich in turn blows the air sealant to the extrusions which seals the tiny holes that would’ve typically been avoided because of the inability to find every tiny air gap. It’s stuff like that wgich brings me back to the build show over just aboit anything else being put out to learn from. Matt is doing what he loves and is doing a fine job if you ask me. I learn something in every video.

[@northwestcarpenter3174]

This is the method we teach all of the carpenter apprentices and truly is the best method. It helps with air leakage and water penetration both. It would be nice if the whole industry would be using the same method whether it’s Tyvek, zip system or any other mechanically applied system.

[@MichaelJanzen]

I always learn something new in your videos. Thanks Matt!

[@jwrath7]

You guys are pros and you typically direct your information to other pros, but as a layman, I appreciate that you provide a how-to that doesn't assume we are all pros, you explain every detail and why you do it. Thanks! Do you have earlier videos that explain the framing as well?

[@ayayron7776]

Every time I wake up to a notification I get super happy and I have a great day how about everybody else🙋‍♂️🙋🏽

[@buildshow]

That's Awesome! Thanks Brother.

[@RandomUserName92840]

Same

[@NateG369]

Thank you, guys. I'm doing a rebuild (like 2 steps past a remodel) on my house. I've referenced many of your videos to help me do it right.

[@patriciagantz377]

I totally understand the concept and 100% would do this if I had a coastal house where the possibility of high winds or hurricane could drive the water sideways but the beginning seems like overkill .

[@johans7119]

I've learned so much from this channel. Thanks.

[@GraBell87]

Funny, I worked for Jeld awen in their Darlington, UK factory about 14 years ago! Worked 10 weeks after leaving Uni assembling double glazing units. Haven't thought about that time in years.

[@BrentDarlington]

Looks pretty straight forward, just started seeing it in my area

[@laszlodesimon4768]

Excellent video on the proper flashing methods with the best products on the market. The real problem is, what are the chances that the average builders are going to be that thorough in the process? More than likely not, which is why no matter how great these products are it always boils down to the final installer and their particular expertise, or lack of it.

[@user-qq5uu2rz2h]

Thanks for mentioning the 5 degree positive slope with frame sill! Previously, I was looking into sill pans such as suresill (the original frame sill did not have this positive slope). I will look to sanding this slope on frame sill - per explanation of your work

[@cliffordbecker3275]

thanks again. great work and teaching. i like to watch and recap everything you do right before I actually do the next step. again suberb!

[@RogerDonald]

Bill looked absolutely mesmerized by the stretch tape.

[@slpeteyAZ]

I have a feeling Matt puts those bags on just for videos. I kid I kid. Great video.

[@mycats7321]

Nice! I'm taking notes on this for when I replace some old windows in my house (I'll be pulling back the vinyl siding a little to do some taping as the siding and house wrap were installed after windows were in). The nail-holding tip came in handy. I wonder if that much taping is needed on a shed window. LOL.

[@CantE8tCheese]

Belt and suspenders! Love the American version of Belts and Braces but definitely think the British versions rolls off the tongue better.

[@SLNason]

Great video Glad your talking PG rating not just the Energy.

[@_JohnRedcorn_]

Thanks guys. I got me some of the flex tape to try out on a window install I’m doing soon

[@lendavidhart9710]

Thank you for posting/sharing, good idea on the slope.

[@tyistrom]

Love the effort on this channel

[@SwimBikeRunFastest]

I love the detail. Here in the UK we just slap in a plastic frame 10mm smaller than the opening, a few concrete screws through the frame from the inside and then expanding foam the gap. You have a much drier climate and go to all this trouble to waterproof. I suppose you have to for wooden houses.

[@bobs6129]

Sometimes we foam Windows here depends in the United States. You guys in the UK don't do this for skylights though?

[@SwimBikeRunFastest]

@@bobs6129 I've never fitted a skylight but when I saw the builders working on next door I didn't see them use foam. I think they possibly come with a sealing kit included

[@bobs6129]

@@SwimBikeRunFastest yeah usually they come with a roll of butyl tape I'm guessing

[@The11AMARK]

I think you just sold me on those windows. Will be building end of year.

[@fburton8]

Last time I installed windows, I didn't see any flashing. It's been running stably for a couple of years now - no complaints.

[@Jin-sy9wi]

I learned a few things today ，5 degree bevel of the sill ，caulking before putting the Windows up，tape after nail too。I am going to install 3 Windows for a small new house for a charity 。 bow with respect 。🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😁

[@chrisbonen6448]

Great how to video! Thank you for all your information!

[@ErekPorembski]

Great video, thanks. Good to see you swing a hammer for a change!

[@marcosantonocito8997]

Nice install , I appreciate your reason for not securing bottom flang , I’m not sure if it’s however it’s necessary

[@johnkustra1684]

As a contractor in swfl I agree with the way you approach the sill and no sealant on the bottom flange but I find that if a use a good bead of elastomeric caulk to adhear the window directly to the zip sheathing. this is adhearing the window to the framing making it structural and not relying on the adhesion of the zip tape . Because all you did was adhear the window to the zip tape. A bead of quality elastomeric sealant between window flange and sheathing and then zip tape over the flange after. All in all good videos

[@SamuelLopez]

Awesome video! Ready to diy my windows now!

[@DB57RB]

Great video as always!

[@KellyConcepts]

You're the one that got me into creating my KZbin channel, love the content - keep it up! ✌

[@grahamk3708]

You've got some awesome content too. Funny y'all are both from Austin. SUBSCRIBED! 🔥

[@KellyConcepts]

@@grahamk3708 Thanks bud, I appreciate it

[@tessakelly6061]

You're cute

[@KellyConcepts]

@@tessakelly6061 😍 i see you

[@rodolfoguzman8974]

Best video I’ve seen so far

[@frankschopp8748]

great video all the new systems make for a awesome finished product. How would you do the same install if you had existing house wrap on a reno?

[@ZimorKilled]

Good video Matt and I love how you recommend using tape abundantly. But really, Jeld Wen? I know you either got them for free or at discount, but their sealing mechanism is not same as the other higher end ... Jeld Wen reminds me of Champion windows, and we know where that company is now. You should maybe do a video on selecting windows, because even with the name brands, such as Marvin, they have different lines and one should be careful in selection. FYI, Most carpenters will NOT angle the bottom window sill ~5% ... time consuming, so, sealing this area all around is important. I would recommend showing no wood around the seal. Tape it then use liquid Zip to tape exposed wood. I love the flex Zip tape!

[@alexanderremer8978]

Doubt this will be seen, but I work residential construction and remodeling seasonally and I have never used or seen the Zip System before. But I was driving back from the hardware store (or somewhere, don't remember) and I finally saw a house going up using it. I do have to say, it does look a lot better than Tyvek like we normally use. Too bad it doesn't get seen.

[@mahdiokasha6265]

Awesome content like always. Maybe you could start another series showing bill in how to videos, focused on proper installation of energy sensitive building components and others. I think it will be very beneficial.

[@michaelfarmer537]

Good job guys!

[@AnselmWiercioch]

In general, what does the top flashing add over the already taped seam besides a few extra nail holes through the tape? Is water really going to navigate up below the lower level of tape? If so, won't it do so even with the extra layer of flashing?

[@BryanWidemon]

Thinks for making videos very helpful

[@JeffBeagley]

Just installed some Jeld wen windows into zip myself, but would love to see how you do the interior insulation and air sealing. Do you still recommend using backer rod and caulking or have you come up with a newer method in 2020? Thanks Matt!

[@WalkerPropertiesCustomHomes]

Matt comes across as the guy who couldn't play football or baseball but knows the rule book. Bill comes across like he played football and baseball and knows the rule book.

[@tomruth9487]

Wow, Matt swinging a hammer.

[@SideOfRanch]

Came here to say this. Haha

[@tapuzak]

Now surprise us back and say something funny, constructive, helpful or just anything that is not completely lame.

[@tomruth9487]

@@tapuzak , I know I should be more constructive with my comments. But thanks for the reply, I apologize for wasting your time.

[@dustinhawkins7302]

@@tapuzak is this constructive?...the head flashing should have gone on before the head tape

[@marcob1729]

@@tomruth9487 dude, it was a funny comment. Don't worry about it

[@ethanneslund]

Hey Matt! Very thorough installation video! We're planning to install a Cor-A-Vent Rainscreen between our ZIP R-Sheathing and vertical wood siding. Could you explain how that system should interface with the ZIP Tape/Flashing around the windows and window trim? Thanks!

[@steelddd]

Looks like you can use spray foam on the inside, or backer rod and caulk, as in other videos.

[@kyleallen1835]

Love them widows sizzle

[@patriciatess]

Well done thank you for teaching me

[@ericbarritt304]

I guess your total airtight seal will be from the inside using foam backer rods & sealant. Question: does your window manufacturer come out to the site to measure your rough openings? Or, does your carpenter forman give them the measurements? (Interested in the turnaround time from start to finish - from rough openings to final install)

[@kimnesvig254]

Very helpful!

[@jtltet]

Matt uses a lot of great products which makes for a very well built house. The only downside is the cost of all of this. You could quickly turn a $150/sf home into $250/sf which really is cost prohibitive to a lot of people.

[@bryoncovell6325]

Great video,awesome content. Way too many ads. 4 in 25 minutes? My only gripe, which really isn't much. Keep up the good work. I'm getting ready to build my next house, so all the pro tips really help.

[@kentoakley9409]

Good video. Couple well maybe three questions? 1) are you going to come back later and fill over the nails in the zip sheathing and if so use the tape or a liquid? 2) Is it matter of preference on tape vs liquid to seal the window like you did, is one cheaper than the other, more user friendly than the other? 3) Is it over kill to cover all the wood on the inside of the window or door jam, or is just covering the all the seal wood is all that is needed? As always thanks

[@Adesico87]

Overkill to cover the sheathing because that green you see is waterproof

[@rjMaroon1]

You got a great carpenter Matt, how do you find such professionals for your team?

[@gdelete8098]

Thank you for the great content. Can you please clarify why the bottom of the window does not get sealed/liquid flashed? Won't keeping the bottom open contradict the concept of making an air tight house and also get worse results on a blower door test?

[@Dracomancer273]

The inside is fully sealed, the exterior flange is kept loose to allow water a path of least resistance out

[@aaronmckeon]

I recently watched your Zip 2.0 video where the guy you interviewed uses the Zip Liquid Flash around his windows instead of a tape, which I take it you don't do? Can you talk about the pros and cons of each technique and which you prefer? For context, I live in New Hampshire. Thanks! Love the channel.

[@quadcom]

That thumbnail initially looked like you were auctioning off a painting!!! ROFL

[@keithkong1985]

Bill Wood the carpenter aye? nominative determinism at its finest

[@0hn0haha]

Just something to help out with the waterproofing - unless your window is literally tight within like 1/16 or 1/8 to the frame, making those corners that tight (especially with that comment about stapling it) is not necessary. However, a backlip for that wrap would be very useful. I speak as a window installer for a major American company working in the rainy, super wet PNW (our installs are lifetime warrantied, longer than our glass, and this is on remodels).

[@0hn0haha]

Oh and Jeld-Wen is copying our windows with their new frame material. We did it first. RBA FTW Andersen>Pella>Milgard>Jeld-wen everyone else sucks

[@misterlyle.]

I went to Home Depot to take a look at the ZIP product. The employee there told me that they have sold very little since stocking the sheathing. The price is about thirty dollars for the 5/8" size, and about twenty for the thinner size. Reading in other places, I see that Huber is apparently aggressively protecting their patent by challenging any manufacturer who produces a sheathing that is remotely similar. Researching the vapor permeability of the ZIP coating and the OSB substrate, as well as the performance in real-world conditions, I have the impression that painted OSB would perform as well. Some builders advise using half-inch plywood for sheathing with a quality house wrap instead.

[@billnoname8093]

Yeah the costs are outrageous now, we used osb and house wrap, but put the zip system on the roof, I'm a remodeling contractor but this is my first new build. I think the painted osb is not a bad idea except that code would require you to put on the house wrap as with the zip system you don't since the patent company gets code approval, no corruption there, lol

[@misterlyle.]

@@billnoname8093 Thanks for your reply, Bill. Since I wrote that original comment, those ZIP products must be two or three time higher in price now! After further investigation, it appears that the ZIP sheeting is in fact coated with an oil-based paint. On a large build, the reduced time and instant protection from weather are likely to be a significant value. To experiment with alternatives, I am using an elastomeric "siliconizer" coating on thin plywood for a shed project.

[@christopherhaak9824]

There are multiple sheet goods from manufacturers now that are very similar to zip. Of course they cost more coated, but that cost is coming down for all of these type products.

[@misterlyle.]

@@christopherhaak9824 Thanks for your reply. ZIP system itself has come down significantly. Both big box stores have much more manageable prices lately.

[@rapfreak7797]

What is the optimum temperature for the stretch tape? I assume heat helps the adherence but only up to a point.

[@dg-hughes]

I've seen a data sheet for the Zip Tape it's acrylic and the data sheet says: "Apply tape when ambient air and substrate are above 0 °F (-18 °C)"

[@gerardomendoza2509]

Thanks to your videos, now i hate my house. Its a 70s built home and it has a very poorly done remodel. I love the content tho keep it coming!

[@marcob1729]

If it makes you feel any better, fancy builds can fail too. All it takes is one minor flaw, and you got damage. Is your 70s remodel holding up? It's been about 50 years!

[@ThueyTube]

Bill Wood. Best contractor name ever...

[@TheThirdRutherford]

What is YOUR standard practice for margins, i.e. R.O. space vs. window unit size? And do you apply that standard for sizing across any window type (DH, casement, etc.) and also to patio doors? I design for a couple builders and always do half-inch margins, thus for a 36 x 60 window unit the R.O, is 37 x 61, and for a 71 x 82 door it is 72 x 82 1/2". They all foam-seal the margins. The builds are all in a cold zone with winter design temperature -15 F.

[@WaterlineShorts]

Essentially leaving an air gap under the bottom of the install. I understand to allow water to escape. Would you seal the inside of the window with caulking to make air right from the inside?

[@MegaGoldring]

He seals from the inside kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJfNdXWwl9yEeqM

[@Aezelll]

What substrates does the Zip tape stick to? If you're in a retrofit situation will it adhere to most other older waterproofing membrane technologies like house wraps and felt?

[@marcob1729]

I wonder how long this flexible tape stays flexible. All things seem to dry and crack with age

[@kendalgee5808]

You must not be familiar with roofing. There was some tacky adhesive 20 years later that is still stuck and pliable.

[@JohnSmith-se8pf]

Doesn't leaving a gap at the bottom flange and the fact there is not caulk, effect the blow door test and R value due to air penetration at this area?

[@networkingdude]

It does not affect air leakage because there is a backer rod and caulking used on the inside for air sealing. Low expansion spray foam and tape is another method.

[@joshuabaker8853]

How do you prevent air leakage from the bottom of the window? Also love the videos always interesting to see how things are done else where in the world to incorporate ideas in my own building designs.

[@MegaGoldring]

He seals from the inside kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJfNdXWwl9yEeqM

[@steelddd]

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[@wjthehomebuilder]

Matt, is there a wider zip flashing available? I'm thinking about if you had zip R with 1" of foam, I'm not sure the 3.75" wide roll will wrap over everything. So wrap it twice and overlap? Or just stretch tape all the way up?

[@wjthehomebuilder]

Looks like there is a 6" and a 9" flashing tape available.

[@anthonygasparini1734]

Nice video giys!...Nail every hole in the flang guys! If the nail flang is crimping up your setting the nails too hard. Center a window in the RO from outside. Slide the window to one side make a pencil mark by the flange then slide the window all the way to the other side of the RO make a mark. Next slide the window over and split the difference between your two pencil Mark's!

[@Nightowlz1966]

Could you use the liquid zip instead of tape and flashing on the window ?

[@coryshook7648]

A close up of the new material would be good. I like that it’s not vinyl.

[@maxrubenstein381]

Matt, love the videos and channel. Question for you - how would you recommend using zip stretch tape & proper window flashing when you’re replacing windows in an existing home with brick veneer exterior? Would you remove the bricks around the opening and then re-brick after you’ve properly flashed the window with the tape and sil kit? Thanks in advance

[@jpvill4th]

Matt has a video where they are putting in new windows on a brick veneer house. They didn't use tape initially. They used Prosoco Liquid Flashing on the rough opening.

[@mattlucas719]

Nice job @matt

[@Wood-Renovations]

Wow it's been awhile since I've seen ol'Bill

[@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb]

Nice, clear video. Lucky to have sponsors giving you free materials like windows and sheathing... But Bill let the cat out of the bag about the longevity of the stretch tape - said something like "sometimes the tape will curl and it's ok to use a staple to hold the corners down". Which is an admission that even new stretch tape installations can quickly fail - imagine what happens once the cladding/stucco goes on and it's out of sight. I'd like to see how well stretch tape survives 10-20 years of scorching heat and freezing cycles. I feel liquid flashing the sill is the true best practice. And I don't think adding tape to sides and top of window is necessary before window installation - it's superfluous since you caulk and apply tape after the window is installed. I suspect it's undesirable to have multiple layers of tape on top of each other in any event. Bill also said something not well understood - that water can (and does) run uphill if there's driving wind and/or pressure imbalances. I live on a hillside and despite overhangs, have had wind-driven rain drive water up over 6" of flashing.

[@boloren]

out of sight....and out of UV exposure

[@brianmogle1121]

Can I use this same process and materials if i'm replacing an existing window on a 2005 home, no ZIP system previously installed?

[@jesusisaliberal548]

If you'll be adding 1" foam board exterior insulation, then furring strips and siding, what order do you do the window flashing, window install with nailing flange? I have seen videos with the foam already in place before the stretch tape and flashing tape, etc. Your thoughts?

[@sgtrickards5683]

Very good question.

[@Natedoc808]

I’m assuming that the Zip flashing tapes are “self-healing” in that they seal around the nails being driven through them creating penetrations? Would a Prosoco fluid apply be more thorough and less labor than zip + tape?

[@stevepicchi8986]

My condolences Matt!😥 JW window and door units are very nice, good luck on getting them to honor any type of warranty replacement!

[@naghmaraza4310]

Building a house for the first time and finding your videos very informative Matt. Just found out the framer did not put zip tape around the window frame before placing the window. And btw the tape that he did put around the windows after was ripped out by the roofer because he was short of tape. Is this common practice?

[@coreyhunnie5645]

How do you attach siding to the zip system without making holes in the zip system from the fasteners, seams a little counter productive to do all the water proofing than just drive nails into it to hold siding.

[@robertomartinezvaldesdauss6624]

Hello Matt. Question: Doesn't the nailing down of the Z Head flashing create penetrations on the tape? What if you nail the head flashing before the last layer of tape at the head? this way that last layer would be covering the nails used for the head flashing. Thoughts?

[@steelddd]

If you watch the video, he does add another layer of tape after nailing the head, so it's ok.

[@thejohnhend]

Is this the first time Matt’s used a hammer? Lol

[@davidikemeier1423]

Would you spray spray foam ride on the metal inside like for the pole barn or should we put a house wrap and then spray the foam on it from the inside

[@carmfully]

These being relatively new products, I wonder how many decades the adhesives will last before drying out? Obviously even if they do dry out, it's better than the old method of nothing, but just makes me curious. What will it look like in 30 years, 50 years?

[@thomasparrott2599]

Is the shear strength greater or less between ZIP and ZIP - z3 nailed to the studs.

[@glyn1]

Head flashing should be a must As home wash down water blaster

[@sevendollarbill]

Matt Risinger, your videos are pretty amazing. The one thing I've always wondered though, with windows, what happens when you need to replace one of these? Lets say 50 years from now, that style of window is no longer made or whatever. Seems like you'd have to do a lot of destruction to replace it. Are there better modular ways to install a window so that a reinstall wouldnt require you to tear apart the wall to reseal or make it easier? Esp on houses with the thick exterior insulation. Id think it would be a bit nicer if the window just slid into a hole that could be well sealed after the entire project was completed.

[@SideOfRanch]

He's done a video about this but it was pretty unreasonable. It showed them tearing out brick to replace them. Would like to see how you can do it without that level of destruction on a brick house.

[@Wood-Renovations]

There really isn't a quick easy way to replace windows without compromising a WRB. However the ZIP system is 100% better and easier to replace a window and restore the WRB with tape than say a 1970's house with felt paper for WRB and trying to seal to that old torn degraded paper.

[@Wood-Renovations]

@@SideOfRanch Anytime you replace a window in a brick facade and don't open it up and expose the sheathing and WRB then you are relying on caulking to seal the perimeter of the window to the brick and that is a joint that will always fail and have to be redone which creates maintenance that will inevitably be overlooked. Quick and easy is not always so in the long run.

[@racerx6384]

Have to read every manufacturer but my understanding for the most part you nail every other hole unless your by the water or a hurricane area where you nail every hole. In hurricane area if your using a non adhesive wrb like tyvek you would actually apply a skirt with the tyvek over the bottom flange taped to the flange but skip taped to the tyvek. I guess the idea is if the window has a draft going through the bottom flange into the house the skirt will prevent a column of water from pushing its way inside.