US Air & Water Barriers

Description

US air and water barrier demand is projected to increase 3.7% per year to $8.4 billion in 2029. Growth will be supported by an increase in building construction activity, most notably rising single-family housing starts, along with a greater focus on energy efficiency and moisture control in a variety of structures.

This report covers the US air and water barrier market by installation method, material, product, and market. Demand is presented in square feet, linear feet, and US dollars.

Sales by installation method are presented for:

Mechanically attached
Self-adhered
Liquid-applied

Sales by product are presented for:

Waterproofing
Water-Resistive & Air Barriers
Flashing

Sales by market are presented for:

Residential
Commercial
Infrastructure

Sales by material are presented for:

Plastic
Asphaltic
Rubber
Metal
Cementitious
Bentonite

Scope of the report:

This report analyzes the scope, size, and growth of the US air and water barrier market, including key trends in materials, installation methods, products, and markets. Historical data are provided for 2014, 2019, and 2024 for demand, with forecasts for 2029 and 2034. In addition, annual historical and forecast data is provided for selected time series. Data are provided in US dollars, square feet, and linear feet. Also included is an analysis of key industry players and their US market share.

Product Code: 4967

1. Executive Summary

2. Short-Term Analysis

Economic Forecast
Short-Term Construction Outlook
Short-Term Air & Water Barriers Industry Trends

3. Overview

Study Scope
Historical Market Trends & Growth Drivers
Products Overview
Demand by Market
Markets Overview
Residential Buildings
Commercial Buildings
Infrastructure
Installation Trends
Demand by Installation Method
Self-Adhered Barriers
Mechanically Attached Barriers
Liquid-Applied Barriers
Materials Trends
Pricing & Inflation Impact

4. Factors Impacting Air & Water Barrier Demand

Building Construction Outlook
Importance of the Building Envelope
Building Codes & Regulations
Climate & Weather
Sustainability Initiatives
Recycling & Recycled Content
Energy Efficiency
Health Considerations

5. Waterproofing Products

Scope & Product Description
Products
Demand by Product
Waterproofing Membranes (Sheets)
Waterproofing Coatings
Materials Trends
Installation Trends
Markets & Applications
Below-Grade vs. Above-Grade
New Product Development
Suppliers

6. Water-Resistive & Air Barriers

Scope & Product Description
Products
Demand by Product
Synthetic Underlayment
Building (House) Wrap & Building Paper
Asphaltic Felt
Asphaltic Damp Proofing
Materials Trends
Installation Trends
Markets & Applications
New Product Development
Suppliers

7. Flashing

Scope & Product Description
Products
Demand by Product
Rigid Flashing
Flashing Tape
Liquid Flashing
Materials Trends
Installation Trends
Markets & Applications
New Product Development
Suppliers

8. Above-Grade Applications

Application Scope & Description
Product Trends
Materials Trends
Installation Trends
Market Trends (Residential, Commercial, & Infrastructure)
Applications
Demand by Application
Roofing
Exterior Walls
Windows & Doors
Infrastructure
Suppliers

9. Below-Grade Applications

Application Scope & Description
Product Trends
Materials Trends
Installation Trends
Market Trends (Residential, Commercial, & Infrastructure)
Suppliers

10. Industry Structure

Key Findings & Industry Composition
Market Share
Mergers & Acquisitions
List of Industry Participants

11. Appendix

Report Details
Definitions
Abbreviations
Freedonia Methodology
Study-Specific Methodology
Data Changes from Previous Version
Sources
Associations & Agencies
Related Studies & Reports
Macroeconomic Assumptions
Economic Environment
Demographics
Building Construction
Residential Building Construction
Residential Improvements & Repairs
Commercial Building Construction
Commercial Building Improvements & Repairs
Nonbuilding Construction Expenditures
Housing Starts
Housing Stock