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EIFS "Exterior Insulated Finishing Systems Inspections"
(also called Synthetic Stucco or Dryvit)
E.I.F.S., EIFS, or "Exterior Insulated Finishing System". Also known as "Synthetic Stucco" or "Dryvit".
These exteriors have the outward appearance of traditional hard-coat stucco and are produced by various
manufacturers. The most widely recognized brand name is Dryvit. Other manufacturers include:
Parex, Senergy Systems, Sto and a few others. There are many similarities from product to product, though each manufacturer
has thier own variations. Whomever the manufacturer, EIFS should be inspected regularly for moisture intrusion.
Though EIFS exteriors have been widely publicized for problems caused by
moisture intrusion, when properly installed and maintained it's an attractive, durable and effective insulating home finish.
Proper inspection, identification, maintenance and/or mitigation is the key to preventing structural damage and mold growth.
That's where we can help. Synergistic Services, Inc. employs the latest industry standard protocols to thoroughly inspect the exterior of your home.
We then report our findings in a concise and clear manner, via a detailed written report.
An inspection by Synergistic Services, Inc. is the first step in assuring that your homes exterior will perform for years to come. As an MWC (Moisture Warranty Corporation)
Certified Inspection Firm your inspector is experienced, trained and certified
to identify any issues with your EIFS exterior. A moisture
inspection by Synergistic Services is the first step to a Moisture Free Warranty if you choose to obtain one.
We use state of the art equipment: non intrusive capacitive tools are utilized to "look" behind your walls for moisture that could cause rot, infestation or
weakening of the framing members. We also use contact moisture probes as specified in the moisture free protocol. A proper inspection requires direct contact testing (pins). The probe holes made are very small and are filled after inspection with a
matching sealant. (Drainable type systems are not contact probed.)
The problems arising with synthetic stucco (EIFS) have been well publicized. Our
chief inspector Bill Reese has been inspecting EIFS homes since 1999. In
addition to MWC certification Bill is an Illinois Licensed Building Inspector.
General Certified Appraiser and Real Estate Broker. Bill brings a
breadth and depth of experience to his inspections that few can match.
About
70% of the homes we've performed EIFS inspections on have had some level of hidden trapped
moisture. Some required minor fixes and maintenance, others have had significant moisture levels and various stages of wood rot and mold infestation.
The homes have been from 3mos to 25 years old.
With our inspection service you'll have access to a Moisture Free
Warranty. The warranties are renewable and transferable. For more
information go to:
http://www.moisturewarranty.com/
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