When constructing a building, proper siding installation and flashing of windows and doors is crucial to ensure swift drainage of rainwater from the exterior building envelope, thus preventing moisture from entering your home. Upon noticing a leak under window sill, you may wonder if this can be fixed simply by adding caulk to the area where water is coming in. Unfortunately, the answer is usually no. Window leaks are often an indicator of improper siding installation, which calls for removal and remediation to truly solve the underlying problems and protect your structure.
Leak Under Window Sill? Siding Installation May Be Your Problem
To effectively manage moisture around windows and doors, a siding system should include:
- Proper sill pan flashing
- A high-performance water resistant barrier
- A well-designed drainage path
- Properly installed and overlapped weep screed
In the absence of one or more of these components, you may very well end up facing a leak under window sill or through the window frame. Beyond the visible damage, moisture may also be penetrating other layers of the exterior building envelope and possibly even the interior walls.
In this scenario, it’s time to call in a pro like Ai Restoration to assess the extent of the damage, diagnose the root causes and provide comprehensive remediation to fix what the original siding system lacked. This might require:
- Resetting windows and doors
- Correcting or adding flashing and/or weep screed
- Expertly installing a reliable moisture management system
- Remediating any other issues that may be uncovered
While siding remediation can undoubtedly be a significant investment, rest assured that it will cost far less to properly address all system inadequacies at once rather than letting the problems go unchecked and paying to fix compounding moisture damage at a later date.
Look to Ai for Top-Notch Workmanship, Attention to Detail and Expertise
Leaking windows may seem like merely a minor inconvenience; but the truth is, they can be indicative of major oversights in siding installation. If it comes to light that crucial parts of your siding system are missing, damaged or were improperly installed, it’s key to choose an experienced remediation company like Ai Restoration.
For over two decades, eastern PA homeowners have trusted us to provide peace of mind that their most precious investment will remain dry and structurally sound. To learn more about our advanced stucco and siding remediation products and services, schedule a free consultation with one of our specialists by calling 215-794-6858.
