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The Rising Concerns and Hazards of External Wall Insulation Problems start developing due to water ingress/leakage in EWI-clad buildings.
Although EWI is no more prone to water penetration than other exterior finishes, the barrier-type EWI system (non-drainage type) does not allow water that may penetrate the building’s exterior surface to escape.
In winter months, any trapped water can potentially freeze, expand and cause cracking. When the frozen water starts to melt, the expansion recedes and further cracks can appear.
This cycle allows more water to enter, and eventually, the facing material can fall off leaving potentially large surface areas of exposed combustible insulation.
Why do we use Thermography:
Put simply, is shows us what the naked eye can’t see.
During the daytime, any moisture that has penetrated the exterior finish will heat up.
After sunset, the surrounding areas that are dry, will cool down quickly whilst the water will retain its heat and start to radiate.
The method shows up clearly the areas in the clad that are holding water to assist in tracking the leak to the penetration or for general condition analysis.
We always recommend follow up core samples are taken to confirm diagnosis.
Inspection Equipment
