JLC LIVE building clinics are the heart and soul of the exhibit hall. These interactive demonstrations are presented by top industry experts in a real-world jobsite setting. Live building clinics, or some call them workshops, cover a range of topics including drywall, high performance, air quality, deck building, window installation, stair building and much more.
The Ultimate Framing Experience
The Ultimate Framing Experience Building Clinic delivers an immersive educational journey that transforms fundamental carpentry concepts into advanced structural expertise. Led by industry legends Mike Sloggatt and Ryan Smith, alongside emerging master craftsmen, this intensive hands-on workshop deconstructs the physics and engineering principles behind framing systems that stand the test of time. Register now to join the community of framers who are elevating this fundamental trade into a precision craft!
Drywall
Achieving a beautiful drywall interior can be very challenging, but with Myron Ferguson’s step-by-step personalized instructional experience, you will soon get the upper hand in doing top-of-the-line work.
Decks
To meet homeowners' expectations and code officials' demands, decks need to be more than just beautiful; decks must be constructed safely and long-lasting. Aaron Butt and Tony McKlem bring new deck construction demonstrations, covering a wide range of topics where novice workers can learn deck-building basics and seasoned builders can up their techniques.
Building Technology
Peter Heard covers new product technology to enhance traditional methods and materials in an effort to protect your client’s home from wind and water infiltration, especially at problem locations like door and window penetrations.
High Performance
High-Performance = making a system or structure work as well as it possibly can. Connor Malloy and Aron Jones dive into the fundamentals behind creating truly high-performance building; how to make structures that are more comfortable, healthy to live in, energy efficient and durable.
Trim Carpentry
Well-known carpenter Gary Striegler is the go-to sanctuary for those devoted to crafting fine interiors. Get a full plate of finish carpentry know-how that includes methods for building up moldings to create stunning entryways, mantles, and wainscoting.
Roofing
Attention to detail on a roof installation can be the difference between chasing leaks and years with no call-backs. Pickup roofing tips from our pros, Tony Blue and Mike Mercadante. Watch them install head-turning copper, point out common shingle and flashing mistakes, and create solutions for roof problem areas.
Exteriors
Get ready for an action-packed, hands-on clinic with Jeremy Kassel and Aaron Miiller as they share how to create beautiful and long-lasting exteriors! From PVC window trim to seamless manufactured stone, lap siding to synthetic roofing slate, they’ll cover it all. Plus, they’ll dive into water-management details like rainscreens and flashing strategies to keep your projects durable. Seats will fill up fast—this is a session you won’t want to miss!
Indoor Air Quality
Learn about building ventilation, source capture and filtration systems to reduce contaminant levels and ensure a healthy environment with Ross Trethewey. Ross will point out the most common misconceptions and installation mistakes with different systems and technologies.
Building Clinics Made Possible Through Our Sponsors
Our sponsors are essential to the success of JLC LIVE's Building Clinics. Their contributions make it all possible! Discover the specific roles they play in each demo by visiting the Specific Demos page.
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