4. Not Following Manufacturer Guidelines Many self-adhesive products have installation temperature guidelines and for good reason. We see the poor adhesion that results from installing flashing in temperatures both below and above the guidelines. The lesson? Read the manufacturer’s installation temperature guidelines and follow them. A Cautionary Tale: Henry recently helped remediate serious moisture-intrusion issues at a townhome complex in rainy Portland, Oregon. In this case, the original builder chose poor weatherization products and used improper installation practices. After remediating the rot, the contractor used the Fortifiber 1-2-3 Moisture Control System to keep the repaired buildings dry for years to come – read the full project profile here. Call-backs are costly and litigation can be even worse. And of course, both will take a toll on your reputation. So, it’s important that you get it right the first time. If you follow these tips and tricks, you’ll have a better chance of avoiding call-backs and the extra time and money required to fix things. • Understanding Product Warranties • You might think you are covered, but don’t ignore the fine print. Several manufacturers in our industry offer product warranties. Moisture intrusion can be a costly problem to solve since weather barriers are inside the walls. Destructive sampling is generally the only way to get to the root of the problem. • • • • • • Your first line of defense against claims is to use products with a proven track record of performance from a company that you know will be around if and when a claim arises. Your second line of defense is to make sure the company you choose stands behind its products.with a solid warranty. •
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