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Incorrectly attached lead flashing often causes leakage

Leakage can, of course, be caused by several factors. In practice, we often see that incorrectly attached lead flashings are the cause of leaks. Lead flashings are designed to seal two parts of a house to create a watertight seal. If these lead flashings are not properly attached, the seal will not be watertight and leaks will occur. Have you found a nice house and want to be sure the lead flashings are properly attached? Then have a building inspection carried out by Homekeur. After the inspection, you will receive a detailed building report from us.

Where do we encounter lead flashing?

Lead flashing is also known as lead flashing. It's primarily used to seal two adjacent parts of a house. Lead flashing is found in various places, such as under ridge tiles, near window frames, near chimneys, around stove pipes, and around dormers. Where gaps can occur, lead flashing is applied to prevent moisture from penetrating between the two parts. Lead flashing is also used to insulate a house. By properly sealing cracks and crevices, heat can no longer escape, resulting in better insulation. Of course, it's important that the lead flashing is properly secured.

Replace the lead flashing in time

Damaged lead flashing no longer provides a watertight seal and must be replaced. If the lead flashing is incorrectly installed, this can quickly happen. If the lead flashing is properly installed, the lead won't need replacing for a long time. Lead has a very long lifespan, but it will eventually crack due to age. This is a sign that it's time to replace the lead. Both incorrectly installed and outdated, worn-out lead flashing are more likely to cause leaks.

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