documents/01bb986a 2b4e 4660 802c 5808f2c40590 634690618557487500 anwers to questions re stucco
Here is the inspector’s comments regarding the stucco and the builders explanation as well. From: Lisa Malesovas [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 1:26 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Fw: Fw: 11508 Musket Rim]] see richards comments on the stucco reply: ----- Original Message ----From: [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 1:23 PM Subject: Re: Fw: 11508 Musket Rim]] Same deal on the stucco; small hairline cracks are typical. What we will look for is larger cracks indicative of more sinister issues. Most importantly for stucco, is the building wrap system and he describes the exact proper manner for moisture management. Thanks, Richard Craycroft Hill Country Inspections 11003 Froke Cedar Trail Austin, TX 78750 512.331.5470 [email protected] www.HillCountryInspectionsAustin.com
In a message dated 4/14/2009 1:19:33 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Richard, Notes on stucco cracks:
Teri, Here is the owners response to the questions. Let me know if there is any additional information needed.
Teri, Here’s the info regarding the stucco: The stucco is integrated color where the color is mixed into the final coat and then hand troweled on the wall. This is the Old World style of doing 3 coat stucco. This type of application will produce small hairline cracks as there isn’t any paint to hide the cracks. This is more indicative of
the style of home we built and I use it quite a bit in Austin because of its unique look. The drainage plane is installed by first using window wrap around the windows and doors and then we use #30 felt paper to wrap the home. The stucco contractor then uses 2 more layers of #30 felt before he installs the lath. I believe that all the HVAC problems have been attended to by the A/C contractor and will have the contractor return to make sure these items are completed. I believe most items are completed in the inspection report except Item II A. Regarding bundling of wires at the main and sub panel, The home was built in 2005 and the electrician who wired the home as well as the electrician I use now disagree with the inspectors interpretation of the code. In fact, I just completed a remodel in Tarrytown for a real estate broker and the Austin electrical inspector agreed with my electrician as to the code regarding bundling of wires. I don’t know who’s correct, but I can tell you that this comes up often as homes are constructed under one set of electrical codes and then inspected under another. The city of Austin used the 2005 NEC( National Electric Code) code until April 1 and the county uses the 2008 NEC code. I don’t know which NEC code was in effect when we built , but I don’t believe it was either of these. I recommend Mr. Kennedy complete a re inspection for your client so your client is completely satisfied with the condition of the home. I plan to do a walk through with my project manager regarding the items on the report and will correct any outstanding items with the exception of the wire bundling from the report before a re inspection takes place. I’ll be happy to answer any others questions you may have and feel free to contact me on my cell 512-748-3563 should you desire. Most cordially, John
In a message dated 4/14/2009 1:19:33 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Richard, Notes on stucco cracks:
Teri, Here is the owners response to the questions. Let me know if there is any additional information needed.
Teri, Here’s the info regarding the stucco: The stucco is integrated color where the color is mixed into the final coat and then hand troweled on the wall. This is the Old World style of doing 3 coat stucco. This type of application will produce small hairline cracks as there isn’t any paint to hide the cracks. This is more indicative of
the style of home we built and I use it quite a bit in Austin because of its unique look. The drainage plane is installed by first using window wrap around the windows and doors and then we use #30 felt paper to wrap the home. The stucco contractor then uses 2 more layers of #30 felt before he installs the lath. I believe that all the HVAC problems have been attended to by the A/C contractor and will have the contractor return to make sure these items are completed. I believe most items are completed in the inspection report except Item II A. Regarding bundling of wires at the main and sub panel, The home was built in 2005 and the electrician who wired the home as well as the electrician I use now disagree with the inspectors interpretation of the code. In fact, I just completed a remodel in Tarrytown for a real estate broker and the Austin electrical inspector agreed with my electrician as to the code regarding bundling of wires. I don’t know who’s correct, but I can tell you that this comes up often as homes are constructed under one set of electrical codes and then inspected under another. The city of Austin used the 2005 NEC( National Electric Code) code until April 1 and the county uses the 2008 NEC code. I don’t know which NEC code was in effect when we built , but I don’t believe it was either of these. I recommend Mr. Kennedy complete a re inspection for your client so your client is completely satisfied with the condition of the home. I plan to do a walk through with my project manager regarding the items on the report and will correct any outstanding items with the exception of the wire bundling from the report before a re inspection takes place. I’ll be happy to answer any others questions you may have and feel free to contact me on my cell 512-748-3563 should you desire. Most cordially, John
