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Rain penetration and moisture damage in residential construction

Rousseau, J.
1983
Building Science Insight '83 Humidity, Condensation and Ventilation in Houses, IRC/NRC, Canada

Rousseau, J., (1983), "Rain penetration and moisture damage in residential construction", Building Science Insight '83 Humidity, Condensation and Ventilation in Houses, IRC/NRC, Canada.

Abstract:
The types of moisture-induced problems found were grouped and classified by the consultants into five types: mould and mildew, window condensation, attic condensation, condensation in wall cavities, and exterior siding damage.

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Journal: Building Science Insight

Related Concepts

building: residential, house, home

moisture damages and problems for buildings : problem identification BSI/IRC/NRC

rain penetration, water intrusion : rain damage

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Rousseau, J.

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