Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations
This webinar is part of the Waterproofing Academy.
The threat to wood-framed structures from invasive pests like the Formosan subterranean termites remains a clear and present danger, especially for buildings along the Gulf Coast. Since they arrived in the 1960s, this non-native species has steadily marched North, extending their territory from Florida to Tennessee. Pests thrive in climate change conditions driven by excessive moisture and warm temperatures. Without a deliberate and thoughtful strategy, more homes will suffer extensive structural damage in their wake.
This AIA-accredited continuing education webinar explores the best practices and real-world benefits of combining non-chemical physical barrier termite protection with successful waterproofing strategies. From slab-on-grade construction to concrete block foundations, speakers will provide case studies, product insights, and field-tested solutions to keep the home pest-free and watertight.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the history and destructive nature of the Formosan subterranean termite and how this pest is a more significant threat to the building environment than common pests.
- Identify the advantages of combining waterproofing strategies with termite prevention methods early in the design process.
- Describe the long-term sustainable benefits of using non-chemical physical barriers to address potential termite infestation.
- List real-world examples of projects that have employed termite prevention and waterproofing strategies to create safe, durable, and sustainable buildings.
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