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CEILING LEAK FACTS
FACT: Ceiling leaks are nothing more than collateral damage or the presentation of water migration (damage) caused by something above.
FACT: The cause of a ceiling leak is not always obvious. Water travels. The entry point of the water intrusion that caused the stain or sheetrock damage can be difficult to determine.
FACT: 75% of contractors or plumbers want to perform destructive demo. They ‘chase’ a leak by ripping out sheetrock or removing finishes to find the source of the roof leak.
FACT: 90% of contractors, plumbers, or ‘leak detection companies’ do not use the non-destructive infrared thermal imaging technology ($14,000 infrared cameras) to find the cause of ceiling leaks.
FACT: Every leak detection company is not qualified to perform your ceiling leak survey. You need a leak detection specialists with foundation of construction knowledge (much like a doctor needs to understand the human body). They should have certifications in the cutting-edge technologies that we use for diagnostics today.
FACT: Over 50% of ceiling leaks do not stem from plumbing directly overhead.. That means that a plumber is already out of his depth. CEILING LEAKS ARE OFTEN CAUSED BY EXTERIOR ISSUES.
FACT: Over 33% of ceiling leaks are attributed to water migration from fixtures in a bathroom such as toilets, faucets, and vanity sinks that have defects in piping (breaches)
FACT: Over 40% of ceiling leaks are attributed to water migration through the plywood subfloor or framing to the ceiling below from SHOWER PANS, TILE WALLS, TILE BENCHES, FLOORING TO TUB WALL INTERFACES. (NOT PLUMBING AT ALL)
FACT: Numerous ceiling leaks occur near mechanicals like HVAC ducts and, CONDENSATE PANS, or air handlers in attics which - under certain climatic conditions can result in condensation. These drips and leaks migrate downward (gravity) to ceiling leak area below (instead of being directed to the outdoors via a condensate tube / water evacuation line).
FACT: Washing machines, Ice Makers, Wine Chillers, Dishwashers are common suspects as well
FACT: Ceiling Leaks can result from EXTERIOR ISSUES: such as flat roof / decks, balconies, windows, doors, missing flashings, faulty installations of stucco or siding, and building defects . These can result in invasive water - which, after it migrates into the building envelope - can result in a ceiling leak. It is important to understand construction methods and details in order to find these.
FACT: TECHNOLOGY IS HERE THAT PINPOINTS ISSUES THAT THE HUMAN EYE CANNOT SEE. We bring out cutting-edge equipment that others have not invested in. We use. Infrared cameras (to scan for hidden moisture), commercial hydrometers (that measure levels of moisture as we map out an area) and numerous testing methods - that we use to eliminate from the equation those suspects which are not the cause - and identify the one which is the cause of the ceiling leak. Call for a FREE CONSULTATION today. We are the Family-Owned & Operated, Proven, 5-Star Rated Leak Detection Company that can help you..
