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Originally Posted by james
Is it leaking around windows or doors, or is it leaking in the middle of the wall?
I would start by looking at the siding. What kind of siding is it? If it is vinyl or alum. it could be that the joints where the siding slips together have come apart. If it is wood siding, a little strategically placed caulk might fix it. Are there gutters, if so what condition, and do they drip along this wall? What kind of sheathing is installed? Does wind blow a lot of rain against this wall or is it leaking from above?
Hopefully you won't have to take all of the siding off, but if you do, you could put down tyvek or 1/2 in foam board and tape all of the seams.
Keep in mind that I am not a seasoned contractor...I have just done this work for 9 months and am still learning all of the ins and outs myself.
good luck,
James
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Hi James,
You gave me a lot to think about. When I put the room on I left th original siding, put foam board over that & then flashed in the shingles. Once that was done, vinal siding over that.
Thanks,
Dave