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Weather Barriers: submittal requirements

Division 07 packages protect the building envelope, so reviewers read them hard. Expect scrutiny on R-values, fire ratings, warranties, and how every membrane terminates and ties into adjacent systems.

What reviewers expect in a weather barriers package

  • Product data with R-values, perm ratings, and fire classification for each material
  • Roof membrane data with system letter (UL/FM assembly) and fastening patterns
  • Manufacturer's warranty terms — duration, NDL vs. material-only, wind speed rider
  • Flashing and termination details, ideally the manufacturer's standard details marked for this job
  • Sealant product data with joint schedules showing which sealant goes in which joint
  • Firestopping systems matched to each penetration type (UL system numbers)
  • Installer certifications when the warranty requires an approved applicator

Field tip

The warranty page is the most-read sheet in a roofing submittal. If the spec says 20-year NDL and your letter says material-only, it comes back — check that first.

Manufacturers we see in 07 25 00 packages

From our catalog of 335,000+ products with data sheets: 6 weather barriers products across 5manufacturers. The spec's approved list always governs.

James Hardie · 2DOWSIL · 1Elkay · 1Georgia-Pacific · 1Rako Controls · 1
  • Rako Controls WRB-100 Datasheet — Rako Controls
  • RAB™ Board Air Barrier for Homeowners — James Hardie
  • Hardie™ Wrap Weather Barrier for Homeowners — James Hardie
  • DOWSIL 758 Silicone Weather Barrier Sealant — DOWSIL

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Common questions

What goes in a 07 25 00 weather barriers submittal?

Product data sheets for every item in the section, keyed to the drawings or schedules, plus whatever the spec's Part 1 lists — commonly shop drawings, samples, certifications, and warranty terms. The checklist above covers what reviewers look for first.

Which manufacturers are common in 07 25 00 packages?

Across our catalog we hold 6 weather barriers products from 5 manufacturers, led by James Hardie, DOWSIL, Elkay. The spec's approved-manufacturer list always governs — check Part 2 before you commit.

How do I build this package faster?

Describe the scope to the Submittal.app builder or upload the spec section — it finds the cut sheets, assembles the package with a cover and transmittal, and lets you refine everything in chat. First packages are free.

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