Sustainability Benefits of Tectum Roof Deck
Tectum roof deck has been an industry leader in commercial construction for decades, due to its excellent acoustical insulation properties, compatibility with virtually any roofing material, ability to achieve high R-values, and wide variety of types to choose from. In this blog post, our roof deck experts explain another key advantage of Tectum roof deck: […]
LWIC Roof Deck Featured Project: High-Value Facility in Kansas
Project Overview Facility: High-value facility for Fortune 500 company Location: DeSoto, Kansas General contractor: A.L. Huber Architect: GBA Services: LWIC roof deck system Project Summary In 2024, Nettles installed a lightweight insulating concrete (LWIC) roof deck system for a Fortune 500 client that regularly uses LWIC roof decks for their facilities. One of the biggest advantages of […]
Gypsum Underlayment Featured Project: Parmer Gateway Apartments and Ridge at East Village
Project Overview Facility: Parmer Gateway Apartments and Ridge at East Village Location: Austin, Texas General contractor: Bartlett Cocke Architect: Kelly Grossman Services: Gypsum underlayment and elevated concrete Project Summary Bartlett Cocke was managing the construction of two multifamily complexes in Texas: Parmer Gateway Apartments and the Ridge at East Village. They contracted with Nettles to install gypsum […]
Flowable Fill Featured Project: Texas Residential Pool
Project Overview Facility: Frankfurt Residential Pool Location: Texas Services: Flowable fill Project Summary Nettles poured low-density cellular concrete (LDCC) to support the outside of a cast-in-place swimming pool in a Texas single-family residence. The Problem This pool was not only located in a residential area–it was actually inside the house, making access to the jobsite […]
How Reroofing With Lightweight Insulating Concrete Roof Deck Systems Saves Time and Money
The lifespan of a commercial roof is typically 20-30 years. In regions that face severe weather or significant wear and tear, building owners may need to replace their roofs more frequently. To maximize the financial potential of their investment, owners should think strategically about the long-term costs of their roofing system, including the reroofing process. […]
Why Choose Flowable Fill for MSE Retaining Wall Backfills
Flowable fill, also called low-density cellular concrete (LDCC), cellular grout, or engineered fill, is a common controlled low strength material (CLSM) for backfilling retaining walls, especially in applications that require reduced foundation or lateral loads. In this blog post, our flowable fill experts explain how and why to specify CLSM for MSE retaining walls. What […]
Acoustic Spray Insulation Buyer’s Guide
Gymnasiums, schools, auditoriums, restaurants, and other noisy commercial spaces require effective sound insulation for their roof or floor decks. Nettles is a leading subcontractor and installer of acoustic spray insulation in the Kansas City and Texas regions. In this buyer’s guide, our experts explain how acoustic spray works and why GCs should specify it. What […]
Featured Project: Jefferson Parish Administrative Building – Jefferson, LA
Project Overview Facility: Jefferson Parish Administration Building Location: Marrero, LA Services: Flowable fill Project Summary Nettles poured approximately 6,500 square feet of flowable fill for the subfloor of a government administration building in Louisiana. The Problem We were contracted to pour flowable fill in internal rooms of the building to create a subfloor with a […]
Tectum Deck Repair Buyer’s Guide
Tectum roof decks were commonly used in ‘60s and ‘70s construction. They are still used today, especially for acoustical applications like gymnasiums where noise dampening is a priority. If you have interior or roof Tectum that has been damaged by water or severe weather, you will need to replace the affected panels. Nettles is a […]
Featured Project: Leawood Village Apartments – Leawood, KS
Project Overview Facility: Leawood Village Apartments Owner: Flint Development Location: Leawood, KS General Contractor: Crossland Construction Construction Manager: Ian Leftwich Architect: BRR Architecture, Inc. Services: Smoke Curtains Project Summary Nettles installed 18 elevator smoke curtains in Leawood Village Apartments, to contain smoke in the event of a fire and prevent it from spreading to other floors. The Problem […]
