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title: "What Is Building Envelope? | Calibre Glossary"
description: "The building envelope is the outer elements of a building, above and below ground, that divide the exterior from the interior environment, including."
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Building systems

# Building Envelope

The building envelope is the outer elements of a building, above and below ground, that divide the exterior from the interior environment, including exterior walls, windows, doors, roofs and subfloors.

## Why it matters

The envelope controls water, air and heat. Failures in roofs, walls, windows and sealants cause many moisture and energy problems. Envelope repairs often make up a large share of a building's capital plan.

Source: [store.astm.org](https://store.astm.org/e2018-24.html)

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