Common Airtightness Defects – Photo Guide for Site Inspectors
A photographic guide to the most common airtightness defects found during site inspections, with corrective actions for each.
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This guide documents the 15 most common airtightness defects Aerotight encounters across Australian construction sites, with photographs and recommended corrective actions. Use this resource during your own site quality checks to identify issues before they require Aerotight to attend.
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