Synthetic stucco, also known as exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS), can be finicky. As with any siding system on your home, its purpose is to protect your home from moisture. So if you face water damage, the system becomes compromised. However, full remediation can be expensive, costing both time and money. Today, we'll talk about EIFS water damage, and when you need to consider remediation. Causes of EIFS Water Damage In order to determine whether or not you need remediation, we first need to consider … [Read more...] about EIFS Water Damage: When It’s Time for Remediation
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EIFS Replacement: Understanding Underlying Damage
EIFS, or exterior insulation finishing system, is an exterior cladding system that was marketed as a stucco alternative when it gained popularity in the 70s and 80s. Like stucco, however, it was discovered that many homes with EIFS were not equipped with the proper drainage systems. Additionally, this resulted in catastrophic underlying damage beneath the surface of the siding. Since the underlying damage on EIFS homes can be so extensive, EIFS replacement alone is likely not enough to solve underlying issues. Most … [Read more...] about EIFS Replacement: Understanding Underlying Damage
Ai Restoration Experts Explain What EIFS Stands For
Most products only get one chance to make a first impression. Unfortunately, EIFS, a synthetic exterior option for homes, made a bad one when EIFS lawsuits ensued in the 1990’s. Homes with EIFS began to rot. This led to homeowners’ filing lawsuits against the companies that used this product in their homes’ construction. What is EIFS and what went wrong with it in the U.S.? Read on to learn about what EIFS stands for and why it’s still in use today. EIFS Stands For… EIFS stands for Exterior Insulation & … [Read more...] about Ai Restoration Experts Explain What EIFS Stands For
