A quiet, solidly built home speaks volumes to its high-quality construction. Likewise creaks, squeaks and movement in the floors are not only frustrating for homeowners, they could be signs of improper installation that might not be covered under your sub-flooring limited warranty. We talked with LP Building Solutions leaders Kelly Harmon, OSB/EWP National Product Manager, and Jeff Jayne, OSB/EWP Process Product Development Manager, on sub-floor installation tips and the LP Legacy Premium Sub-Flooring warranty.
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