EIFS & Stucco Problems and Fixes

What Happens When Windows Leak In Stucco Homes?

By MWC on Jan 28, 2016 in EIFS & Stucco Problems and Fixes | 0 comments

                This type of damage is NOT typical. Most window leaks do not cause significant structural damage to the framing wood. Most damage under windows weakens the substrate (OSB, plywood, or gypsum), but does not effect the walls structural performance. The window below is the window shown below with the substrate...

Windows Leak – Problem 1

By MWC on Jan 18, 2016 in EIFS & Stucco Problems and Fixes, Stucco News | 0 comments

Poor Rough Opening Preparation Approximately 60% to 70% of all high moisture readings in EIFS-clad homes occur at window and door locations. Windows are by far the largest contributor to moisture problems, mainly due to the significant number of window units found in the average EIFS-clad home. Many rough openings have no protection from leaks from around or within...

EIFS & Stucco Window Leak Problems

By MWC on Oct 20, 2015 in EIFS & Stucco Problems and Fixes | 0 comments

Problem #1 Window Leaks: About 70% of all leaks in the stucco cladding are caused by windows. Most stucco window leaks occur at the corners (miter joints) and the mullion (the divider between the windows). The perimeter only makes up about 10% of stucco window leaks and window failures which allow water to enter the stucco...