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ᐅ Sealing Floor-Level Windows

Created on: 16 Aug 2016 13:28
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oggear51
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Hello everyone,

I’m about to start the exterior landscaping soon, and I noticed that the floor-level windows on the outside are not sealed properly, as shown in the picture.

What is the best way to seal them?

Thanks in advance.

Regards

Outdoor area of a window frame above a dark foundation with damaged sealing.
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oggear5116 Aug 2016 21:03
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The exterior wall insulation system (ETICS) makes the corners airtight, doesn’t it, or am I misunderstanding something?
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Sebastian7916 Aug 2016 21:06
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You are mistaken because ETICS (External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems) is not waterproof – water can penetrate behind it.
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oggear5116 Aug 2016 21:08
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Then that is probably a defect, and the architect will receive a letter about it.
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Sebastian7916 Aug 2016 21:14
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Oh man, you really got a dud there. This probably won’t be the last defect...
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oggear5116 Aug 2016 21:26
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Fortunately, I had already discovered many defects at the time, which were also fixed immediately. But I have to agree with you – I will definitely never be friends with this architect in this lifetime. I could have saved myself the architect, as I did most of the work myself anyway.
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Bieber081516 Aug 2016 21:32
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It looks like poor workmanship. Here are some example photos of our house, before and after installing the exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS). Finally, a dimpled membrane will be added to the facade, followed by the splash protection strip or, in this case, the patio paving.

Exterior wall at the foundation with black sealing membrane and window frame, building ground visible
Exterior view of a new build house with sliding glass door and sealing at the foundation, gravel base.
Construction workers installing an orange water pipe outside a house at the foundation.

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