Caulking Professionals – Toronto & GTA Tips For Caulking Windows | Page 8

THREE WAYS TO MAINTAIN
EXTERIOR CAULKING
Keep the Water Away
Water can be a great foe of exterior caulking. Though caulking
compounds are resistant to water, the caulk may break open when the siding
moves. This allows the water to get into the cracks and slowly damage the
exterior caulking. It is a rather gradual and unnoticeable process that you
may not get aware of until your exterior is considerably damaged.
Choose the Right Caulking Compound
While caulk can be used to address any gap or hole in construction
material, you have to be aware of the fact that every sealant is not
appropriate for exterior caulking. You need to be careful when you choose
the caulking compound for your exterior crack issues. Some types of
sealant are only for the interior.
Maintain Regular Inspection
You will only be able to retain highly maintained exterior caulking if
you regularly inspect it. If you are well aware of the condition of your
exteriors, you will quickly be able to detect if there is any damage occurring
in the caulking. You can identify a failing caulk through checking if the bead
of sealant is shrinking, or the caulk is losing its stickiness.