Evaluating chimney flashing and stucco transition water intrusion
Conducting a limited inspection to evaluate chimney water intrusion. A preliminary evaluation indicated chimney flashing and stucco transition failure. The source of water intrusion must be identified and eliminated to prevent mold contamination from recurring
Fireplace containment barriers are constructed to isolate water damage and spread of mold spores
Adhering to IICRC S520 protocals, containment barriers are constructed to isolate the spread of mold spores. Section of ceiling drywall removed in an effort to identify the leak source.
Defective chimney flashing edge detail creating water intrusion
Existing defective chimney flashing edge detail and surface caulking at brick overlap located at stucco wall and brick chimney transition creating water intrusion.
Saw cutting groove into brick for application of counter flashing detail
Waterproofing recommendations included saw cutting groove at 1” penetration into chimney brick located 3.5” parallel to stucco wall, chimney transition for application of counter flashing detail.
Removal of existing chimney flashing revealing a 2” gap at the stucco wall and chimney transition
Removal of existing chimney, stucco wall transition flashing revealing a 2” gap at the stucco wall and chimney transition requiring additional structural wood blocking, prior to installing counter flashing.
Installation of chimney, stucco wall transition counter flashing set in urethane sealant
Waterproofing installation of chimney, stucco wall transition counter flashing set in urethane sealant with cap flange set into saw cut groove to prevent moisture intrusion.
Installation of bonderized chimney, stucco wall transition flashing to prevent corrosion
Waterproofing installation of chimney counter flashing controlling moisture intrusion. Bonderized flashing selected to prevent corrosion.
Diamond mesh installed over counter flashing flange for stucco application
Chimney, stucco wall transition counter flashing flange sealed in urethane and Diamond mesh installed over flange for stucco adhesion and application.
Installed chimney, stucco wall transition counter flashing controlling moisture
Installed chimney, stucco wall transition counter flashing controlling moisture intrusion.We provide the equipment, experience and knowledge to identify and correct building failures.
