Straw bale construction – leaking through cladding
Listed under:
Exterior,
adhesives and sealants,
sealants,
finishes,
metal,
aluminium,
paint,
cladding,
doors,
flashings,
verandas,
walls,
windows,
moisture,
leaks,
eaves,
wall cladding,
straw bale construction
Cause
Insufficient eaves or veranda protection to wall
Repair
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice
Cause
Cracks in the finish applied to the straw
Repair
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice
Repair
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice
Cause
Junctions with other claddings and/or roof poorly detailed/constructed
Repair
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice
Cause
Omission of head flashings to doors/windows
Repair
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice
Cause
Minimal jamb flange cover of aluminium windows
Repair
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice