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A WRB or Weather Resistive Barrier is a barrier installed to help prevent water from migrating into the house when it gets past the initial exterior umbrella (i.e stucco, siding, brick, or…).  The WRB’s secondary purpose is to also help prevent or limit air infiltration. For MORE

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November 21, 2012 By SLS

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