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Window sill at wood frame wall

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Window sill at wood frame wall
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Windows are installed as “outies” in this wall assembly using a self-adhered membrane water and air control layer with continuous exterior insulation

Windows are installed as “outies” in this wall assembly using a self-adhered membrane water and air control layer with continuous exterior insulation
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Windows are sized and positioned so only one king stud is needed on each side of the window.

Windows are sized and positioned so only one king stud is needed on each side of the window.
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Wintertime condensation potential for exterior storm windows can be reduced if the original window is airtight and weep holes in the storm window are open to provide a small amount of ventilation to the outside

Wintertime condensation potential for exterior storm windows can be reduced if the original window is airtight and weep holes in the storm window are open to provide a small amount of ventilation to the outside
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With modern low-E storm windows, manufacturers offer many frame colors and the option for custom color matching

With modern low-E storm windows, manufacturers offer many frame colors and the option for custom color matching
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Wrong - House wrap was poorly installed, seams were not taped, and flashing tape was not installed around windows.

Wrong - House wrap was poorly installed, seams were not taped, and flashing tape was not installed around windows.
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Wrong - Window header is missing top plate.

Wrong - Window header is missing top plate.
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Wrong - Area around window framing not air sealed

Wrong - Area around window framing not air sealed
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Wrong - Area around window framing not air sealed

Wrong - Area around window framing not air sealed
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Wrong - Basement window not sealed.

Wrong - Basement window not sealed.
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Wrong - Bay window missing drywall gasket

Wrong - Bay window missing drywall gasket
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Wrong - Cracks of corner of window frame may be a source of air leakage contributing to condensation on windows.

Wrong - Cracks of corner of window frame may be a source of air leakage contributing to condensation on windows.
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Wrong - Glazing failed due to windborne debris during a hurricane.

Wrong - Glazing failed due to windborne debris during a hurricane.
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Wrong - House wrap and flashing tape are poorly installed allowing water to get into the gaps behind flashing tape.

Wrong - House wrap and flashing tape are poorly installed allowing water to get into the gaps behind flashing tape.
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Wrong - House wrap tape is not fully adhered at seam and flashing tape is missing from window head, jamb, and corner above window.

Wrong - House wrap tape is not fully adhered at seam and flashing tape is missing from window head, jamb, and corner above window.
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Wrong - Insulation beneath window is compressed and there are more support studs than necessary to left of window.

Wrong - Insulation beneath window is compressed and there are more support studs than necessary to left of window.
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Wrong - Pan flashing is poorly adhered on all 4 windows.

Wrong - Pan flashing is poorly adhered on all 4 windows.
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Wrong - Stucco has rotted and cracked above a window because of water damage due to lack of proper flashing and drainage.

Wrong - Stucco has rotted and cracked above a window because of water damage due to lack of proper flashing and drainage.
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Wrong - Tape flashing around the window is poorly installed.

Wrong - Tape flashing around the window is poorly installed.
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Wrong - Tape flashing is missing around window frame.

Wrong - Tape flashing is missing around window frame.
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Wrong - The flashing tape is poorly adhered to the window.

Wrong - The flashing tape is poorly adhered to the window.
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Wrong - The IRC requires that kitchen exhaust ducts terminate outside, at least 3 feet from operable windows.

Wrong - The IRC requires that kitchen exhaust ducts terminate outside, at least 3 feet from operable windows.
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Wrong - The sill flashing is not completely adhered to the window.

Wrong - The sill flashing is not completely adhered to the window.
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Wrong - The window lying on the ground was protected by a shutter but the shutter was attached to the window frame, rather than directly to the wall framing.

Wrong - The window lying on the ground was protected by a shutter but the shutter was attached to the window frame, rather than directly to the wall framing.