Javets Inc.

05/22/2026

We will be closed Monday, for Memorial Day, but we look forward to seeing you during our regular business hours on Tuesday!

05/19/2026

Seasons may change, but great design never goes out of style.​
Every element in the Ply Gem Portfolio of Brands is designed to work together, so exteriors stay beautiful and protected long after the last leaf hits the ground. 🍂​ Ply Gem

05/05/2026

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04/27/2026

Anatomy of Residential Exterior Wall Construction

This image provides a cross-sectional cutaway of a residential building's exterior envelope, illustrating the layered transition from the concrete foundation to the roofline. It showcases how structural elements, insulation, moisture barriers, and aesthetic finishes integrate to create a weather-resistant and energy-efficient living space.

System Components

Foundation & Framing: At the base, the foundation wall supports the sill plate, which serves as the mounting point for the floor joists. This skeleton provides the structural integrity for the entire assembly.

Insulation & Sheathing: The insulation cavity (filled with fiberglass batts) sits between studs, while exterior sheathing provides a rigid surface for the building's skin.

Moisture Management: The house wrap (Tyvek) acts as a weather-resistant barrier, allowing v***r to escape while preventing liquid water from entering. The drip cap and water table at the bottom divert water away from the foundation.

Siding Assembly: The horizontal lap siding is installed with a specific exposure (the visible portion of each plank). Furring strips (labeled 1) create a rainscreen gap to improve ventilation and drainage behind the siding.

Roofline Trim: The upper section consists of the soffit (underside), facia (forward-facing trim), and frieze board (topmost wall trim), all capped by a gutter to manage roof runoff.

04/20/2026

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04/19/2026

Gorgeous and available at Javets!

04/07/2026

We carry Viwinco Inc Windows!

Learn how to easily operate a Viwinco hung- window featuring our patented Tilt-n-Lock technology! This step-by-step tutorial will guide you through opening, ...

04/05/2026

Easter is a time to reflect on the strength found in faith. Love truly triumphs over all!

03/24/2026

We carry Viwinco Inc Tilt-n-Lock Windows. Learn more here!
https://www.viwinco.com/howto-operate-tnl/

03/10/2026

We carry Mastic by Ply Gem!

02/24/2026

Mastic brand siding is available at Javets!