Waterproof decks – water leaking into the house
Listed under: Interior, Exterior, membranes, balconies, cladding, decks, moisture, durability, leaks, weathertightness
Cause
The threshold from the house down to the waterproof deck or balcony is not deep enough
Repair
- engage an experienced building surveyor to report on the building and advise on repair/replacement options
Cause
The deck membrane is not turned up enough (150 mm minimum) behind the bottom of wall and solid barrier cladding
Repair
- engage an experienced building surveyor to report on the building and advise on repair/replacement options
Cause
Wind is stopping water from draining away from the wall
Repair
- engage an experienced building surveyor to report on the building and advise on repair/replacement options
Cause
Water splash from a downpipe is discharging onto the deck close to the wall
Repair
- engage an experienced building surveyor to report on the building and advise on repair/replacement options
Cause
Ponding water is wicking up the wall cladding where there is not enough clearance between decking and cladding
Repair
- engage an experienced building surveyor to report on the building and advise on repair/replacement options
Cause
Water is ponding and not draining away from the wall of the house
Repair
- engage an experienced building surveyor to report on the building and advise on repair/replacement options
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