The exterior envelope around your windows is the last barrier between Metro Vancouver rain and your interior. Our thorough exterior flashing and seal inspections identify every vulnerability before water gets inside.
Catch flashing and seal failures early — before they turn into expensive interior damage.
A complete exterior check covers every component of the window water management system.
The flashing above a window opening is the first line of defence against water. We inspect for improper installation, corrosion, and missing step flashing that channels water behind the frame.
A properly sloped sill pan directs any infiltrated water back outside. We verify slope, drainage holes, and end dams to ensure the system performs as intended.
Caulking at the window-to-cladding joint is a sacrificial seal that degrades over time. We assess adhesion, elasticity, cracking, and separation across the entire window perimeter.
Gaps or tears in the weather-resistive barrier around window rough openings are a major cause of concealed water damage. We check lap direction, tape integrity, and penetration sealing.
Factory and field-applied seals between frame components can fail. We inspect every joint, corner weld, and glazing gasket for evidence of seal breakdown.
Deteriorated stucco, damaged fibre cement, or missing siding near window openings creates bypass pathways for water. We assess cladding within the drainage plane adjacent to each window.
We walk the full exterior of the building, examining every window opening for visible deficiencies in flashing, sealants, and cladding condition.
Each window is inspected up close — checking caulking adhesion, flashing laps, sill slope, and frame joint integrity with inspection mirrors and tools.
Where soft or hollow areas are detected, we use probe testing to assess the integrity of underlying materials without causing damage.
Every deficiency is photographed and geo-tagged to its location on the building, creating a clear record for repairs and insurance purposes.
We deliver a written report ranking deficiencies by severity — immediate water entry risk, deterioration risk, and preventive maintenance items.
Know what you are buying — identify flashing and seal deficiencies before closing.
Annual inspections catch deterioration before seals fail completely.
Document the condition of the building envelope for claims or disputes.
Do not wait for water to appear inside. Our exterior inspections identify vulnerabilities before damage occurs.