What you need to know about Windows or Skylights.

10/4/2023 (Permalink)

The seals around the Skylights leaked, during a rainstorm.

A window leak can be sneaky to notice until it is too late. As a homeowner or business owner,
you know time is of the essence. We at SERVPRO of Sunland/Tujunga are here to help! Our lines are open
24/7 for you (818)-951-6780. Small damages or even multiple windows or multiple floors with other windows.
Our experts and friendly personnel are here to help. Our first on scene would inspect the area
and look for a cause of the leak by checking these:

Failing Flashing
Flashing is the thin layer of material, sometimes flexible and sometimes rigid,
that overlaps the house wrapping on parts of a building susceptible to leaks, such as roofs and windows.
Improperly installed, damaged, or even missing flashing neglected during a window replacement is probably
the most common cause of window leaks from the top of your house during heavy rain and is the first thing to look at.

Poorly Angled Overhangs or Sills
In a well-designed home, it should be difficult for too much moisture to reach your window, even during heavy rainfall.
The sloping overhangs you commonly see above windows and door frames are built precisely for this purpose, to direct
water away from potential entry points.

Damaged or Missing Sealant
Sealant and caulk are other essential tools in the fight against leakage. When a window lets moisture into your home,
missing or damaged sealant is often to blame. Inadequate or absent sealant allows the free passage of air between inside
and out, undermining energy efficiency and your efforts to regulate the temperature of your home. If you see water coming
in from multiple sides of the window, damaged sealant is the most likely cause.

Once we thoroughly asses the water damage and help you understand the severity. We can
then determine what can be restored. This is a crucial step to building an efficient plan of attack that will result in the
successful restoration of your home or business.