EIMA has announced its membership of the local chapter of
the National Association of Home Builders. As part of this membership EIMA will
actively participate on issues surrounding green building initiatives,
legislative agendas, and local and state zoning regulations.
“An affiliation with the home builders is very exciting for
us, as we view this as a way to not only help the builders but also current and
future homeowners” said David Johnston, executive director for EIMA. “We share
many similar interests; including our shared desire to make homes more durable
and energy efficient, which obviously benefits homeowners upfront and in the
long run.”
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems has been transformed
in recent years into what many are calling “New” EIFS. EIFS now includes an
optional water-resistive barrier that covers the substrate in addition to being
the most energy efficient and best amongst exterior cladding systems for
accomplishing continuous insulation. Additionally, research done by the Oak
Ridge National Laboratory, supported by the Department of Energy, has indicated
that EIFS outperforms brick, stucco, and other cementitious fiberboard siding.
“The more people learn about the new EIFS the more their
interest level grows” said Buck Buchanan, president of the EIMA Board of
Directors. “Not only are there studies showing the benefits of EIFS, but as we
continue to learn more about green buildings and initiatives involving energy
efficiency advancements, we have even seen our competitors point out our energy
efficient advantages.”
EIMA Joins NVBIA and NAHB
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