Roof penetrations and wall wrap at lock-up
The water details that close over at a Sunbury lock-up, and the ones we keep finding open.
In short: Lock-up is the last look at the roof and wall wrap from the inside. Unflashed penetrations and torn wrap are the items we find most.
Roof penetrations
Every pipe and vent through the roof needs a flashing. One left open lets water straight into the ceiling space.
Wall wrap
Wrap behind the cladding is a second line against wind and water. Tears and untaped openings weaken it.
Frame items carried over
On one Sunbury job, items from the frame report were still open at lock-up, which is the last chance before plaster.
Gutters and sumps
Unclipped brackets and an unsupported box gutter sump were also recorded on Sunbury lock-ups.
Written by our local inspection team from work carried out in Sunbury. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
