Inspectors will fail you for this...EVERY TIME

Inspectors will fail you for this...EVERY TIME | Safety glass building codes

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4 жыл бұрын

This is Episode 1 in a series we will be doing over the next few months called "Inspectors will fail you for this... EVERY TIME." These series will help the novice, or pro, builder pass inspections on the first try!
This episode focuses on the use of safety glass (tempered glass usually) in residential construction. This is referred to as 'glazing" in the code book by the way. We go over the most common places it is required, specific hazardous areas, and common fixes if you missed a location where you were supposed to have a tempered glass! This has happened to me by the way! This should help you have a safer home in the finish.
This video DOES NOT cover everything about safety glazings in the code book, but does cover the most common areas that we have dealt with on our projects. Please check with your local inspectors as well! I call mine ALL THE TIME, and they are always willing to chat about what i need to do to make something pass code. Again, these codes are for RESIDENTIAL, not commercial applications.
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@Chrissers2010 4 жыл бұрын

As someone who plans to build their own home, this series on inspection failures will be invaluable! Great idea.

@michaelhowell8990 4 жыл бұрын

Best damn building channel on KZfaq. This is what the people want!

@forgotmylogininfo 4 жыл бұрын

Perkins Brothers & Essential Craftsman!!!

@scotthixson5917 4 жыл бұрын

I’m a custom builder in WNC, and I look froward to/love this new coming series by you and the Perkins Builder Brothers!

@joetownsend- 4 жыл бұрын

Great information and needed! Blessings for YALL AND HEALING FOR JAMIE‼️

@gianniutube 4 жыл бұрын

Great informational video. Straight to the point and easy to understand. Much appreciated! Keeping you and Jaime in our thoughts.

@RustyWrenches 4 жыл бұрын

There are so many moving parts in the code plus what the multiplicities want. Good info. Thanks!

@T.E.P. 4 жыл бұрын

super exciting series!!! thanks Erik!

@hikehunter9572 4 жыл бұрын

Having been a glass and window contractor for the last 11 years, I have seen where more and more "safety glass" needs to be put in more and more places. Best rule of thumb when you are not sure just plan on using it. I would just do the whole house using it then you have little to no problems later. Yes, there is a small price difference in tempered glass in your window and doors. Most suppliers will work with you to get what you need at a reasonable cost. Thank Perkins Brothers for the vid post. Keep up the quality work and videos.

@joebinion1 2 жыл бұрын

So excited for this series

@xErogenous 4 жыл бұрын

Of course this video comes out after i failed a final inspection thursday because our bottom sash was not tempered in the bathrooms. Great lesson!

@OffRoad-jh1do 4 жыл бұрын

The Best way to avoid a failed inspection is to learn the code and don't be afraid to over build. Remember the code is a minimum compliance requirement. You can always make it better but not less than... I am Happy to report that I have only failed 1 inspection ( I was technically right but made inspector happy by changing the (1) 2x4 from PT to fire treated. ) in 22 years of owning my company, in a heavily regulated state. Advice Buy or down load the building code book it will save you time, materials and extra fees.

@markb.1259 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Eric!!!! You and Jamie.... are Awesome!!!

@godzillaninja1644 4 жыл бұрын

I can't wait for this series!!!!

@JoshuaRes 4 жыл бұрын

Super handy bits on info! I love these code details.

@profcah 4 жыл бұрын

I have learned so much from you guys. I now know that building a house is not a matter of just nails plus wood plus bling. Thanks!

@dshurak827 4 жыл бұрын

Love this channel, Matt Risinger, and you guy's are awesome

@harryl7946 4 жыл бұрын

I watch Matt’s channel but here you seem to get the meat of the topic and a lot less off center speak. Code is KING and it’s follow the Kings Rules or get sent to the dungeon 🤬

@ragetoca 4 жыл бұрын

Perkins brothers are more informative

@ricecrash5225 4 жыл бұрын

In other words, just use safety glass

@pwhsbuild 4 жыл бұрын

Down side to tempered glass is it's heavier and more expensive. If it's in the budget then I would use it, otherwise it's not always needed nor does it always provide a benefit. Just my 2c as a builder. I only used it in my house where required and where I wanted the extra strength (such as kids bouncing a ball "by accident🤦🏻‍♂️") off the glass.

@beastlybombers 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for a great video.

@T.E.P.. 2 жыл бұрын

Professor Erik doing a great vid ... It's always interesting when you do these "sit down" vids

@birdinandshroomin 4 жыл бұрын

good info here. thanks dudes

@OTLMIKE Жыл бұрын

I like the idea of the new series.

@fessit 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Nice to know.

@detcat312 4 жыл бұрын

I love the videos so many small things some times I catch that I didn't know

@Grunt49 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@wjthehomebuilder 4 жыл бұрын

Good timing. I just ordered windows yesterday. Now you've got me asking more questions!

@OffRoad-jh1do 4 жыл бұрын

Manufactured complete windows usually meet all code requirements. You should be good.

@wjthehomebuilder 4 жыл бұрын

@@OffRoad-jh1do Turns out they weren't. And no one has called me out to date.

@OffRoad-jh1do 4 жыл бұрын

@@wjthehomebuilder Good thing you checked.

@braun247 4 жыл бұрын

Most places that are in a burn area (I am in Jeffco in the Denver Metro area), tempered glass is required for all windows and doors. This is not part of the normal code, but is a separate supplement. You need to check all supplements before and during your build. My best recommendation is to schedule a meeting with the county with your plans and go over everything ahead of time. My county (again Jeffco), welcomes this to head off any problems.

@tscoffey1 2 жыл бұрын

I was once removing a tempered shower door, accidentally bumped it slight against the wall, and had it promptly and completely disintegrate in my hands. Scary, but no cuts.

@johnfitzpatrick2469 4 жыл бұрын

In Australia, the BCAB (standard) requires glass doors or any glass that could be mistaken for a passageway to have safety sticker to lessen impact.🧱

@maintenancebynathan2150 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Again! Just FYI, when installing a hot tub, check distances to windows. Windows near the tub MUST be safety glass.

@bwrightaway2877 4 жыл бұрын

Inspections... HA! i don't need no stinkin' inspection lol

@trentonjewett322 Жыл бұрын

Really great video, although the rule is All of the conditions are met, not just 1. Although usually, its better to error on the side of caution and use tempered glass anyway.

@cornildariy3988 4 жыл бұрын

Did you guys change your mind at all about getting an apprentice? I live in Asheville and would want to be your apprentice.

@mattt-k8383 4 жыл бұрын

At the 0:16 second mark is the gable wall view, I am getting a very similar wall at my house but cant finish designing it becuase my architect is useless. Are you able to share the sizes of the windows and doors here, I like the pattern and looks easier to build then our current ideas. Thank you your houses and workmanship are amazing and so helpful.

@MAGAMAN 3 жыл бұрын

So basically anywhere where there is a chance you could fall into or through, or swing a door or other object into glass. This makes complete sense.

@jacobdaugherty678 4 жыл бұрын

Sportin that brand new advantech shirt!

@ebabdbgbbbebbluesman6115 4 жыл бұрын

My favorite PW for sure thats the good floor

@birdinandshroomin 4 жыл бұрын

so i see the teespring link in the description, but where can i get a perkins snapback??

@copperridge3861 4 жыл бұрын

Eric, how come you’re referencing the 2018 IBC and not the IRC? I thought IBC is for commercial use. We go off of the IRC here in Oklahoma for single family dwelling new construction.

@theicecreamfamily8648 4 жыл бұрын

"Does this window need to be safety glass?" My response "how many times have I told you, all glass we install has to be safety glass, quit asking!"

@BZ1340 4 жыл бұрын

LOL I’m just pricing out a job for safety glass on a deck railing.

@MrTooTechnical 4 жыл бұрын

my patio door is a triple pane unit and man is it heavy. But, yes, its safety glass. woohoo

@jon9550 Жыл бұрын

Breaking the center pane of those laminated glass panels is cutting the strength of the panel by more than a third because both outer panels are now glued to a fragmented core. In the U.S. building safety codes would require that the ones used for a stair rail be replaced.

@gregcorwin8316 Жыл бұрын

If you are talking about the three layer laminated builds where the center tempered lite is broken for decorative purposes, then that is incorrect. Cracked glass using that process is totally acceptable and it's not uncommon to see it used in the US. What safety code are you suggesting would be violated?

@ClofquistIII 4 жыл бұрын

Down here in South Florida safety glass = impact rated for any exterior windows and doors

@Beandiptheredneck 4 жыл бұрын

I have never heard of this code or even safety glass in a home to begin with. Ow I’m curious if this is a code requirement here that no one knows about

@godlovesyou4752 4 жыл бұрын

What type of Sanders do you lik

@TravelersWarden 4 жыл бұрын

Do you mind if I ask what house plans you're using for the home at 0:15? My husband and I have wanted to build a prow for a long time and were considering Golden Eagle Log Homes, but we aren't fans of the log maintenance.

@PerkinsBuilderBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a set of plans that I drew myself using home designer pro.

@TravelersWarden 4 жыл бұрын

@@PerkinsBuilderBrothers Oh! Well, dang, awesome job. Hopefully we'll be able to find someone as talented as you guys up here in New England.

@Willdoe09 2 жыл бұрын

What if the door swing is 6” away from the window but the door opening is 3’6” away from the window would it require safety glass?

@traviscaudill8945 4 жыл бұрын

What's the advantage of using regular glass then? Is it that much cheaper?

@was6transam01 4 жыл бұрын

This Architect approves this message!

@DJLRRT 4 жыл бұрын

wait? we need this stuff inspected?

@Deestan22 4 жыл бұрын

Might as well safety glass the entire house

@mikeadams2252 4 жыл бұрын

Good info, film saved me a lot of aggravation on a second floor landing

@aservant2287 4 жыл бұрын

Replacing sashes is really expensive. I had a costumer who had a Pella wooden window the sash size was 24"× 28" they wanted 748.00 dollars. Crazy I know

@timharmeson6710 4 жыл бұрын

Tempered glass is 8 times stronger than Annealed, also windshields are laminated not tempered laminated, just a different product. Tempered lam is very very expensive.

@baronvolkov6172 4 жыл бұрын

I thought of that as well. If it was tempered laminated then it would crack into small pieces upon impact of a rock, completely obstructing the view. Every automotive person knows that a windshield will cut you bloody with its tiny shards, unlike the side and rear glass, those are tempered.

@gregcorwin8316 2 жыл бұрын

WIndshields are NEVER tempered, they are laminated annealed glass. Notice that Ray's windshield in the video doesn't have a tempered glass break pattern. If a windshield was tempered glass a rock impact while driving would result in the tiny cube break pattern and the driver wouldn't be able to see through it.

@conorhyslop9131 2 жыл бұрын

True, it’s the side and rear windows of cars that are tempered glass.

@earlphilbrook6095 4 жыл бұрын

Any person is allowed to buy a codebook. It is worth it if you are curious to the job is done correctly

@KalRandom 4 жыл бұрын

Rule 1 just use safety glass, you pay more but pass, at least on that part. Some inspectors (especially around Christmas time) will fail you one first run thru. That way you pay them to come back. Tip 1, drop a few Benjamin's as ya'll are going in and see get passed quicker.

@peggooo 4 жыл бұрын

so, is there any good reason NOT to use safety glass?

@jeremiahcoles2378 4 жыл бұрын

Man your inspectors really care down there if they're calling you out on that stuff lol.

@adamgarrett5633 4 жыл бұрын

Best way to pass inspections is to be friends with the inspectors😏

@OneBigDork 4 жыл бұрын

Since when are car windshields tempered? I used to work in a glass factory and cut laminated glass. You can’t cut tempered glass. It would explode if you tried. It’s cut to size and then tempered. If you tried to temper laminated glass, the material between the layers of glass would melt.

@baronvolkov6172 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure he just got that wrong, windshields aren't tempered

@cmm170526 4 жыл бұрын

So, what happened to the turkey? 🦃😉

@harryl7946 4 жыл бұрын

I’m hoping dinner! If someone had a tag, cough cough wink wink. 😉😉

@PerkinsBuilderBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Sadly the turkey did not make it

@publixskate 4 жыл бұрын

So the take away is to always use safety glass Always

@Bottleworksnet 4 жыл бұрын

The 9 square feet per pane of glass makes safety glass not required in many situations.

@PerkinsBuilderBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Turning Short Final yes... we still go for tempered for anything under 18” on our projects

@williamvillatoro4041 4 жыл бұрын

Every time he says safety glass take a shot

@HydraFellOff 4 жыл бұрын

Hii

@maintenancebynathan2150 4 жыл бұрын

HA HA. Just had a thought. Call your inspections officer or he/she might be a pain in the glass. Oh yeah it's been a rough week.

@niveknospmoht8743 4 жыл бұрын

From a manufacturing standpoint , why not just make everything safety glass and call it good?

@ancientwestonian 4 жыл бұрын

the extra tempering process costs extra money, and tempered glass requires a laser to cut it, while standard glass can be cut to size for windows with inexpensive hand tools. So memorizing a few rules about where each is appropriate can save you more than a few dollars.

@dshurak827 4 жыл бұрын

Price and tempered glass so alot heavier than standard glass

@cabbyhubby 4 жыл бұрын

It's pretty expensive compared to standard annealed glass

@hollahabibi1897 4 жыл бұрын

Sunrooms should be number 1

@contax50mm Жыл бұрын

Seems like it would be easier to just always use safety glass

@markdog3355 4 жыл бұрын

The tax collectors (inspectors) in my area must have missed seeing the 6 windows that should have been safety glass in my house. I'll add that to the seemingly never ending list of things they "missed". I saw the "inspector" going through our neighbors house. He amazingly did it from the front seat of his truck. He filled out the forms, and never even went inside! It was a new neighbourhood, so I guess he didn't realize I was living next door, and watched him "inspect".