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Common Water Issue in BC
Warped or Swollen Wood Trim — Moisture Absorption
Warped or swollen wood trim around windows and doors in BC homes indicates moisture absorption from a nearby water source.
Possible Causes
- •Leaking window allowing water into wall and trim
- •Failed exterior caulking at window or door frame
- •High humidity causing wood to absorb moisture
- •Plumbing leak within wall near the trim
- •Splash-back from landscaping irrigation hitting building
Recommended Steps
- 1Check moisture content of affected trim with moisture meter
- 2Inspect exterior caulking condition at window and door frames
- 3Check for other signs of water entry — stains, musty odour, mould
- 4Redirect sprinklers away from building if splash-back is suspected
- 5Call professional moisture mapping to determine extent of water damage
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