Moisture & Air Infiltration Management
Moisture & Air Infiltration Management
What You Need to Know About Moisture-Based Wall Damage
When it comes to owning a structure that lasts, one of the biggest factors working against you is moisture infiltration. Consider these factors:
- Water will penetrate the wall through any opening.
- It seeps through exterior siding when the wind blows.
- It leaks through cracks.
- It soaks through mortar, stone, stucco, and brick.
- Air brings moisture into the wall in vapor form.
Once inside the wall, water can cause significant damage if it’s not properly managed. A typical residential wall is at least 25% wood or cellulose. Undetected, wet wood leads to mold, mildew and rot. Worse, cellulose and fiberglass insulation lose their R-value when wet, decreasing their insulative performance over time.
To prevent exterior water from penetrating the wall, structures require the protection of a water management approach that combines exterior cladding, secondary weather barriers, and flashing.
If your walls lack an effective moisture management system, you could be the victim of:
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Rot |
Mold and Mildew |
Water Damage to Insulation |
Elevations’ WeatherEzation process adds a critical layer of protection to your home’s exterior that significantly reduces the possibility of water damaged walls and air infiltration. Protect your investment – call the experts at Elevations to handle your renovation or remodeling project.
