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A Brief History About EIFS - Part 2
With the premise behind EIFS being that it was easy to install & a cost-effective replacement for traditional stucco, general contractors switched to EIFS. They typically used unskilled or semi-skilled labor and cut corners which lead to thousands of improperly installed EIFS installations.
A Brief History About EIFS - Part 1
The truth is there are many reasons why these details are not done properly or completely missing. EIFS, generally speaking, is a newer cladding system when compared to brick, siding, etc…
Details, Details, Details: Kickout Flashings
One of the most common areas for water to enter behind an EIF system is where a gutter terminates at a vertical wall (roof/wall intersection). These areas require what is called a kickout flashing…
Details, Details, Details: Caulking - Part 1
Caulking, also referred to as sealants, is essential for an EIF or Stucco system to function properly. EIFS & Stucco are designed to keep moisture on the outside of the system. If walls were designed…