Recladding craftsmanship: layering excellence in every design
Recladding your house may become necessary, especially when dealing with monolithic cladding systems known for their susceptibility to leaks. Houses with this type of cladding often face potential leakage issues due to various factors:
When wall claddings directly touch the ground, they become more prone to water infiltration. Additionally, roofs with narrow or absent eaves provide limited protection against rain, contributing to potential water seepage. Windows lacking deep recesses are more susceptible to water penetration, particularly during heavy rainfall. Connecting decks and balconies directly to walls can create pathways for water entry. Moreover, inadequate or poorly designed gutter systems can lead to water pooling, exacerbating potential leak problems.
Addressing these concerns through recladding is crucial to prevent and rectify potential issues associated with monolithic cladding, ensuring the long-term waterproofing and integrity of the house.
These issues often result in insufficient water deflection and drainage, leading to what’s known as a “leaky home syndrome.” Among the common types of monolithic cladding are:
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS), which involve polystyrene boards finished with plaster and paint. Texture Coated Fibre Cement, comprising cement, fine sand, and cellulose, with a textured coating applied and painted after installation. Stucco, a cement-based plaster applied over various backings like fibre-cement and plywood sheeting, followed by painting.
Detecting any of these signs in monolithic cladding could signify problems and potential leaks: visible cracks, splits, water damage, mold, discoloration, bubbling, fading, or peeling paint, and even unpleasant odors inside the building.
Opting for better external cladding materials like timber weatherboards and bricks proves beneficial. Timber weatherboards, especially, stand as the most commonly used traditional cladding material in New Zealand.
At TBC Group, our recladding service commences by removing the existing plaster or faulty cladding. We then inspect the timberwork behind the cladding for any repairs or replacements needed. Following this preparation phase, we proceed with installing new, high-quality cladding, ensuring lasting weatherproofing and structural integrity for your home.
