Moisture Intrusion occurs when water penetrates the building’s exterior weatherproof barrier. Over time, if undetected, this moisture can cause damage to both the EIFS system and the Structural system. An additional problem is that trapped moisture can support mold, mildew and fungus growth.
We do not make repairs and we are not affiliated with any repair company. We would consider this a conflict of interest.
A basic inspection is limited to a visual walk-around of your home or building to determine if the EIFS has been installed per industry standards.
The next level, which is the recommended inspection, is semi-intrusive requiring the use of a probe type moisture meter (double pronged instrument punched through the system creating 1/8″ probe holes which are then caulked) to determine the moisture level of the sheathing and/or wood framing and then to try to determine the amount of damage, if any, to each.
A basic inspection is limited to a visual walk-around of your home or building to determine if the EIFS has been installed per industry standards.
The next level which is the recommended inspection; is semi-intrusive requiring the use of a probe type moisture meter (double pronged instrument 1/8” holes punched through the system, which are then caulked) to determine the moisture level of the sheathing and/or wood framing and then to try to determine the amount of damage, if any, to each.
Usually, there are very few visible “signs,” especially to the untrained eye. This is why inspection and moisture testing are so important. Some of the more obvious signs you may want to look for are bulging or cracking EIFS, as well as water stains on the outside or inside of the wall, and around the windows, doors, etc.
Huffman Inspections
6362 South Jackson Gap Court
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 840-8722
