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Real-life examples of people who have experienced problems with leaking homes.

Case study 1

The owner of a new home with an enclosed deck over ground floor rooms uncovers some serious problems.
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Case study 2

Problems with a mediterranean style house built in 1988.
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Case study 3

One couple’s story - the emotional stress of a leaky home.
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