Stucco & EIFS Inspection Birmingham Vestavia Hills Alabaster AL
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Stucco EIFS Inspection near Birmingham, Vestavia Hills, Alabaster, AL and more by Master Home Inspectors with more than 25 years of experience.
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- Stucco cracking?
- Sagging issues?
- Moisture / Water problems?
- Stuctural problems?
- Water damage inside walls and ceilings?
- Staining?
Why Get a Stucco Inspection?
If you’re buying or selling a home with stucco siding, it’s important to get a stucco inspection from a qualified professional. Stucco inspections can identify any potential problems with the siding, such as cracks or holes. By getting a stucco inspection before you buy or sell a home, you can be sure that there are no hidden problems that could end up costing you money down the road.
What Does a Stucco Inspection Include?
A stucco inspection by Master Home Inspectors will include a thorough examination of the siding on your home. We’ll check for any cracks, holes, or other damage to the stucco. We’ll also take moisture readings to ensure that the stucco is not retaining too much moisture. If we find any problems with the stucco on your home, we’ll provide you with a detailed report outlining our findings and recommendations.
EIFS Inspections by Griffith Home Analysis
EIFS, or Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems, are a type of cladding that is often used on commercial and residential buildings. EIFS were first developed in Europe in the 1940s as a way to insulate buildings without sacrificing aesthetics. In the United States, EIFS became popular in the 1980s as a way to create a stucco-like finish without the weight or cost of traditional stucco.
EIFS are made up of three layers: an inner layer of insulation, a middle layer of reinforced base coat, and an outer layer of decorative finish. While EIFS are designed to be durable and low-maintenance, they can occasionally experience problems such as cracks, leaks, or moisture intrusion. That’s why it’s important to have an experienced inspector check your EIFS for any potential issues.
Why You Need an EIFS Inspection?
EIFS are designed to be durable and low maintenance, but they can occasionally experience problems such as cracks, leaks, or moisture intrusion. That’s why it’s important to have an experienced inspector check your EIFS for any potential issues. An inspection can catch problems early, before they cause major damage to your home or business.
EIFS are a popular type of cladding for both commercial and residential buildings. While they are designed to be durable and low-maintenance, they can occasionally experience problems such as cracks, leaks, or moisture intrusion. That’s why it’s important to have an experienced inspector check your EIFS for any potential issues. At Master Home Inspectors, we have more than 25 years of experience inspecting EIFS. Contact us today to schedule an inspection.
Why Griffith Home Analysis?
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- Commercial Building Inspections
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EIFS Inspection Birmingham and Mobile AL
After nearly three decades of providing successful EIFS inspections for Birmingham families, we have added new features to our inspections in order to provide services tailored specifically to the needs of today’s more informed home buyers. We have performed EIFS Inspection Birmingham AL for over two decades.
Certified EIFS and Stucco Siding Inspections
Griffith Home Analysis has extensive experience performing EIFS (artificial stucco) siding inspections. From townhouses to large luxury estates and commercial properties, we’ve inspected all types of stucco-sided buildings. EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) inspections include a visual inspection of the exterior siding, flashing and sealants. Then moisture testing is conducted through the siding at areas of suspected moisture penetration. Moisture pins are inserted through the siding to the sheathing below the surface and the moisture level is read on a digital moisture sensing meter. Thorough reports include photos of deficiencies and a detailed graph of high moisture indications that are observed as well as visual defects.
Recommendations are included for most repairs and improvements to the areas of leakage and damage.This allows you to get a contractor quote from a siding contractor to know what the cost of repairs might entail. Valuable information for contract negotiations or planning future maintenance Performing EIFS inspection Birmingham AL or Mobile Al can take an or two in the field and then require some work back at the office.
Griffith Home Analysis EIFS Inspector Credentials are:
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Certified EIFS Inspectors by EDI and AWCI
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Licensed for EIFS and Stucco Inspection by State of Alabama
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Experienced Inspector in Moisture Inspections and Investigations
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Certified by International Code Council (RBI)
FAQ
What is EIFS Siding
EIFS siding is an artificial stucco siding that is a system of different components overlaid in coats to form a solid weather seal on the exterior of a home. Sometimes referred to locally by the proprietary name “Dryvit” siding. The different layers can vary in material, thickness and components greatly. It differs primarily from traditional stucco in that traditional stucco is typically three coats of cement. Most of the homes that we have completed Birmingham EIFS inspections on have been a system of three different coats of a synthetic stucco mix with a fiberglass mesh over a foam insulation board and supported on the wall by plywood or drywall type board backer board.
What is an EIFS inspection?
EIFS siding material itself isn’t typically a source of leakage however if water leaks at the penetration joints such as windows/doors and roof joints then is possible that the moisture gets trapped behind this triple layer weatherseal and can cause damage to the wood wall. The EIFS inspection will test for moisture below these areas and inspects for possible deficiencies that may allow moisture penetration.
What does an EIFS inspection include?
The EIFS inspection will test areas by scanning suspect areas with a moisture meter and inserting moisture test probes to see if leakage has occurred at suspected spots. The EIFS inspection also entails a visual review of the siding to determine deficiencies in sealants and flashing of the siding that may allow leakage. An EIFS inspection report is completed and includes the location of moisture testing results, photos of deficiencies, and recommendations.
How big are the EIFS moisture testing holes? Will the inspector need to remove or damage siding to moisture test?
The EIFS inspector will be testing the siding and below windows in strategic spots. The holes will be filled with caulk of similar color. No siding will be damaged or removed. Siding is probed and moisture is measured with small pins of approximately ?”.
How often do I need an EIFS inspection?
Most homeowners wait several years in between inspections however many manufacturers and some EIFS organizations recommend annual inspections of the siding.
Who can fix EIFS siding if the inspector finds deficiencies?
EIFS siding repairs and maintenance should be accomplished by siding contractors specifically trained in EIFS siding installation and sealant use. Repairs are very technical and should be done by a trained and experienced EIFS siding contractor. Many siding inspectors have a list of busy EIFS siding contractors that may be able to offer a quote. Guides to some typical repair standards can be found here https://www.eima.com/bookstore
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