Proper filling of gap can save floor from moisture intrusion

Detect Issues

Discolouration noted at wooden laminate flooring in bedroom near balcony door.

Describe Issues

Floor of bedroom & balcony is at same level and balcony door is placed over balcony floor; no sill / concrete barrier / level difference is given in between balcony & bedroom floor. Due to this sealant gets damaged when rainwater seeps inside or during washing of balcony. Additionally sealant application was not adequately done. Hence this can further deteriorate floor and can get affected by termite also; if not taken care in proper time can also cause damages to associated ceiling below the floor due to moisture. Thereby will create difficulty for residents by adding a cost and inconvenience due to repair.

Direct Solutions

We recommend :
1. Existing sealant to be scrapped off completely.
2. Gap under the door frame to be packed with backer rod of suitable size & sealed Glazing Silicone Sealant as per manufacturer’s specification.

Gaps can create unhygienic conditions

Detect Issues

Gap noted under the bathroom door panel.

Describe Issues

Due to this gap, water will flow and pest can travel from bathroom to adjacent areas which can further cause health issues. If this is not rectified on time, this can hamper residents in long run by creating unhygienic condition.

Direct Solutions

We recommend to provide a suitable weather strip.

Improper AC gas pipe insertion causes paint deterioration

Detect Issues

Significant peeling off paint noted at wall surface under window sill.

Describe Issues

Flow of moisture noted from-around the AC gas pipe. Sleeves not provided at wall surface for running concealed AC gas pipes and unfilled gaps noted on external surface around AC drain pipe. Water seeping in noted in this area. If this source of moisture not rectified at right time, can further cause paint deterioration and other damages in the attached/ associated areas. Hence, this will hassle residents by creating unhealthy living conditions and adding an extra cost due to repair.

Direct Solutions

We recommend: AC gas pipe to be guided via PVC pipe with proper clamps and uniform bore packing to be provided around the junction of pipes with external wall and unfilled gaps to be uniformly packed, followed by uniform paint finish at external wall surface.

Deteriorated joint filling can cause seepage / moisture intrusion

Detect Issues

Moisture presence noted under the roof tiles.

Describe Issues

Presence of moisture is due to water seepage through deteriorated joint filling at floor tile joints. If not rectified on time, then it can cause intruded moisture to flow into adjacent areas below roof, which can thereby damage below ceiling and associated walls. This will create living conditions which are not good for health of residents and cause hassles by adding repair cost.

Direct Solutions

We recommend joint cutting & filling with grout by waterproofing agency.

Meaning of grout

A suitable material used for filling the gap at junctions.

Wrong Weep hole position – cannot drain water but can drain money

Detect Issues

Weep hole provided on horizontal surface of bottom channel in sliding window.

Describe Issues

For this type of window section; weep holes should have been provided on vertical surface of the bottom channel. Due to this position of weep holes, rainwater entering the hollow tube section of the channel which will seep in from-around screw hole positions for anchorage & end of this tube is open in both ends due to the design of the window. Hence rainwater seeping in through the section will affect window sill & surrounding areas. If not rectified at proper time, water will spread in attached/ associated areas and cause damage in the long run.

Direct Solutions

We recommend :
Step 1 – Sealing the weep holes on horizontal surface of bottom channel with external grade silicone sealant & capping with weep holes cap in top.
Step 2 – Weep hole to be provided on the vertical surface of bottom channel.

Position matters even for a small Grating

Detect Issues

Improper positioning of floor grating as it is partially inside the wall and adequate grouting not done around it.

Describe Issues

This will create a path for moisture to intrude from-around grating position, thereby deteriorating the associated / attached areas of the property. In the long run it can hassle occupants by creating unhealthy living conditions and adding a cost & time lag during repair.

Direct Solutions

We recommend an elbow to be provided at outlet pipe to make it wall mounted or to provide scupper drain outlet.

Improper hinge size can cause stability issue

Detect Issues

Hinges not flushed within window section.

Describe Issues

The size of the hinges not matching with the window section, due to which hinges not flushing within window section and hence it is not  tightly  fixed as required. These will eventually cause stability issues of both hinges & panel and there will be chances of panel getting detached from window section.

If not rectified at the right time, will hamper occupants by adding repair cost and damage and also become a safety issue.

Direct Solutions

We recommend vendor to review & replace with suitable size hinge.

Damaged insulation can affect your home

Detect Issues

Damaged insulation around AC gas pipe.

Describe Issues

Damaged insulation around AC gas pipe will lead to condensation of moisture due to surrounding warm air around cold piping. Condensed moisture will further damage the surrounding areas by intruding through weaker junction. If not rectified at right time will damage the related walls and create  unhealthy condition for residents in future.

Direct Solutions

We recommend replacing the damaged insulation and / or winding to be done with suitable insulation tape.

Purpose of Insulation in AC

Insulation in air conditioning system is primarily used to prevent contact with surrounding warm air and thereby preventing the icing of water vapour and condensation on cold surface.

Fill the junction gaps to save walls

Detect Issues

Popping off paint noted on wall surface.

Describe Issues

Moisture is originated from adjacent kitchen sink area. This has happened due to gap between sink counter & counter beading on wall surface at kitchen side. If source is not rectified at the right time, can further cause paint deterioration and other damages in the attached / associated areas. This will create unhealthy living conditions for residents and add a cost & time lag during repair.

Direct Solutions

We recommend joint cleaning & filling with stone grout of matching pigment.

Improper wire connections can cause fire hazard

Detect Issues

MCB is overheating.

Describe Issues

This can burn the distribution box and cause fire and safety hazard for residents. If rectified at the right time, it will keep you & your home safe.

Direct Solutions

Overheating is due to loose wire connections with MCB. We recommend jointing using LUG.

Purpose of Lugs at electrical wiring

Cable lugs are connecting devices used primarily for terminating and joining cable & wire conductors in electrical installations and equipment.