How to Caulking Inspection

The thin bead of caulk around your tubs, showers, sinks, and windows forms a critical water barrier that prevents moisture from seeping into walls and subfloors. Over time, caulk shrinks, cracks, and pulls away from surfaces, creating gaps that let water penetrate and cause hidden damage. This inspection involves checking all caulk lines for cracking, peeling, gaps, or mold, and replacing deteriorated caulk before water damage occurs. A few dollars in caulk and an hour of work can prevent thousands in mold remediation and structural repair.