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Common Façade Problems & Defects

Façade problems can range from visible deterioration and water ingress to concealed defects within cladding, insulation, cavity barriers and external wall systems.

Identifying the visible symptom is only the starting point. Effective remediation requires establishing the underlying cause and determining the appropriate repair, replacement or remediation strategy.

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Common Façade Problems

Problems affecting existing façades can include:

  • Water ingress
  • Cladding failure
  • Combustible cladding
  • Loose or damaged cladding
  • Curtain wall leaks
  • Failed cavity barriers
  • Defective fire stopping
  • Deteriorated render
  • Damaged insulation
  • Corrosion
  • Failed sealants
  • Defective interfaces
  • Structural deterioration

Investigation Before Remediation

A visible defect does not always reveal the full extent of the problem.

Depending on the building, investigation may involve:

  • Façade condition surveys
  • External wall investigation
  • Intrusive opening-up
  • Cladding investigation
  • Material identification
  • Investigation of concealed cavities
  • Examination of interfaces

Our dedicated survey team, Trident Facades Surveys, undertakes façade investigation and opening-up work.

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From Façade Defect to Remediation

Once the cause and extent of the defect have been established, the appropriate remediation approach can be developed.

This may involve:

Investigation → Assessment → Remediation Strategy → Design → Remedial Works

The solution could range from localised repair to complete façade or external wall replacement.

Façade Remediation Services

Trident Facades can address a wide range of façade defects through:

  • Cladding remediation
  • Cladding replacement
  • External wall remediation
  • Curtain wall remediation
  • Fire-stopping remediation
  • Cavity barrier remediation
  • Insulation replacement
  • Window remediation
  • Balcony remediation
  • Façade waterproofing

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Have You Identified a Façade Problem?

If you have a façade report, photographs, assessment or known defect, we can discuss the appropriate next stage.

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