Report #008

  • Home Value: 285,000
  • Damage Amount: 55,000
  • Damage Percent: 19.2%
  • Severity:
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Section 4: Moisture Intrusion

99.9% in scan mode; should be verified with a probe test. The joint of the stucco/brick interface is cracked due to two different rates of expansion. An expansion joint needs to be considered at time of repair and reconstruction.

This area handles a lot of runoff water and may be considered for modification . This could be a component in the wetting of the wall below.

This is a poor flashing detail and relies on the sealant being in perfect condition to keep moisture out of the building envelope. I suggest modification of this detail.

Cracks in the stucco at the wood trims need to be reviewed.

Window to the right of FP chase Mortar above in poor condition.

This is the newer stucco work; there are areas that need some maintenance.

This single joint can be very problematic to this system unless handled correctly at time of maintenance; you just can’t simply seal it up as it could trap incidental moisture from above in the system.

This trim is lacking the metal drip cap required to protect protruding wood trims. Over time the trim material will degrade prematurely.

This trim is lacking the metal drip cap required to protect protruding wood trims.

Too close to grade. None of the trims on the addition have the metal flashing that is required to protect them. This is a code requirement.

Clipped head nails are specifically denied by this product manufacturer; all nails that pierce the surface are to be sealed. Corroding nails are evidence to wrong nail selection for exterior use.