true38true1fadetruefalseTLtruetruefalse#0000001209011right14693640080#00000000truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1579/image-1.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1579/image-1.jpgHere we can see rot travelling up the internal framing. This indicates a water leak and can occur when decks or other structures are bolted hard up against the house framing with no area for water to flow out. Decks and similar external structures, should be installed with a gap between the external structure and the house to allow a gap for water to drain away and not enter the internal framing. There should also be a 100mm drop between internal finished floor level and the level of the external floor.truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1584/image2.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1584/image2.jpgHere is a flashing error, the flashing caps should return up 50mm and then be chased into the post with a 5% fall to ensure any water will run away and prevent rot occurring. Also a small seal of silicon should have been applied to this corner.truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1591/image-3.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1591/image-3.jpgWater can come from the inside of a home too. Water leaks can emerge from plumbing causing rotting to occur in surrounding walls and framing. truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1597/untitled-4.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1597/untitled-4.jpgThis photo illustrates current council requirements for windows to be taped and a cavity system in place. This is a requirement for all new windows installed, even if replacing existing ones.truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1603/untitled-5.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1603/untitled-5.jpgScribers should be in place around all aspects of windows and doors. They help prevent rotting that can occur when water runs down the side of the window and into the interior framing.truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1610/untitled-6.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1610/untitled-6.jpgThis photo shows a missing soffit moulding. It is important that these are all intact as this seals the soffit area and prevents water running into the inside wall when cleaning or water blasting this area.truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1616/untitled-7.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1616/untitled-7.jpgRotting of framing can occur when windows have not been installed correctly and water has become trapped inside. Cavity systems ensure that water drains off the framing to the exterior of the building.truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1622/untitled-8.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1622/untitled-8.jpgBuildings with no soffits present a higher risk for a leaky home and should be checked by a house inspector.truehandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=120&path=/media/1628/untitled-9.jpghandlers/imageStream.ashx?side=1&maxSide=469&path=/media/1628/untitled-9.jpgThe above photo shows holes on the exterior of the building in place for the previous bathroom. These holes need to be filled when no longer in use. If it is left, water can track inside and rot out the wall framing, main joists and bearers. What would have been a small repair could become costly if left and water enters the interior framing.