Les Posted September 18, 2014 Report Share Posted September 18, 2014 This is an instance where I thought I knew everything and now find myself a bit lacking in practical experience. We seldom see any eifs in our area; maybe two or three a year company wide. I have a fair amount of classroom and field experience, however now find myself lacking in detailing experience and knowledge of joints and seams - between board, finish and dis-similar materials. I need to talk to someone that is knowledgeable with eifs and northern climate. my email is lvanals@aol.com or pm me here. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Kogel Posted September 18, 2014 Report Share Posted September 18, 2014 Steven Turetsky, Where R U? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenT Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 I would be my pleasure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Meiland Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 A guy I know is involved in a lot of EIFS inspection and expert witness work... Mark Parlee, The Building Consultant, Des Moines, Iowa, easy to find website and he would surely be willing to chat with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenT Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 Mark is a good friend and a good guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Amaral Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 www.rjkenney.com These guys are experts.. We are fortunate to have them in the hood out here.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Posted September 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 Thanks to everyone for the responses and messages. this is a really simple condition that turned into a nightmare! The central concern was the seam between a concrete porch(poured in place) and a Dryvit wall. porch was level and the seam leaked. I found zillions of recommendations for that seam, but nothing direct other than sealant. all parties are taking a break for a week or so and I am TOO! thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenT Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 By your description alone it would be impossible to determine cause or action needed. But in my opinion I don't think it is necessary and I would simply state that water damage was noted and add the disclaimer. If you are trying to figure out what was wrong, I would look at the entire area. probe various locations and if necessary I would remove a portion of the system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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