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Apr 3, 2012 · Make sure the stucco contractor installs weep screed—a metal flashing that’s placed at the base of a stucco wall to provide an exit path for any water that makes its way past the stucco to the drainage plane.
Water leakage around windows and doors is a major problem in new construction. Follow these proven window flashing details for a leakproof installation.
Flashing at exterior windows and doors is critical for shedding rain water to ensure a dry and durable building. Missing or inadequately-installed flashing can lead to water intrusion, moisture damage to building materials, and indoor air quality issues.
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If you do get water coming in with the window taped off, then it is highly probable that there is an issue with the flashing and/or paper underneath the stucco. You will have to remove at least 6 - 8 inches of the stucco around the perimeter of the window to see what is going on.
Mar 19, 2024 · Door and window flashing refers to thin sheets of material installed around a home's exterior, where this waterproofing technique prevents water from seeping inside. Helping to direct water down and away from your home, it's especially important to use on roofs and around windows and doors.
Mar 29, 2020 · Yes, you can cut a new window in a stucco wall. To make the installation truly waterproof, you need to remove stucco from around the cut opening so you can install all the proper weather barriers and the metal flashing above the new window.
Aug 6, 2018 · If the flashing is less than perfect, water that puddles on the sill of the recess can quickly seep into the structure. Recessed windows are most common in stucco-clad homes in the Southwest. They’re meant to mimic traditional adobe houses whose thick walls necessitated such windows.
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