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Leaking Stairs

Believe it or not stair wells are the site of persistent leaks.  The stair treads (horizontal) and the stair risers (vertical) must be weather resistive.  Many times the juncture to a stucco wall will leak water into the wall cavity. This picture shows the existing tread-to-riser with a sample of the welded metal step flashing [...]

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Underground Garage Leak

This property is contending with severe waterproofing issues. The podium style concrete patio slab sits atop a structural concrete slab over a underground parking garage. Water from the planters, walkways, patios, and drains is infiltrating through the upper concrete slab and onto the waterproofing membrane below. The waterproofing membrane is thirty (30)+ years old and [...]

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