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 [...]
