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A weep screed is installed but the new concrete walkway is poured up over it. What is affected?

Correct Answer

C) The drainage outlet at the base of the stucco.

The weep screed provides an outlet for water behind stucco. Covering that outlet obstructs intended drainage; restore the assembly’s drainage and applicable clearance. Source: https://basc.pnnl.gov/resource-guides/flashing-bottom-exterior-walls

Answer Options
A
Only the interior vapor-barrier color.
B
The walkway automatically becomes the wall flashing.
C
The drainage outlet at the base of the stucco.
D
The concrete automatically waterproofs every wall penetration.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The weep screed provides an outlet for water behind stucco. Covering that outlet obstructs intended drainage; restore the assembly’s drainage and applicable clearance. Source: https://basc.pnnl.gov/resource-guides/flashing-bottom-exterior-walls

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