Kathy Maus and J. Blake Hunter | Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig Many commercial general liability policies contain an exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) exclusion, which bars coverage under specific circumstances when EIFS is used in construction. EIFS is also known as synthetic stucco and generally refers to a multi-layered exterior building finish. EIFS usually… Continue reading Can You Get Stuck With Stucco? Coverage Under An EIFS Exclusion For Property Damage Caused By Construction Defects
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Interpreting Insurance Coverage and Exclusions: When Sudden means Sudden and EIFS means Faulty
Ben Volpe | Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell EIFS, or Exterior Insulation and Finish System, is an integrated exterior insulation and synthetic stucco system, praised for its energy efficiency.[1] However, EIFS has come to be well known in the construction defect world as placing homes at risk due to a lack of a built-in moisture management system.… Continue reading Interpreting Insurance Coverage and Exclusions: When Sudden means Sudden and EIFS means Faulty
Trendy Building Material May Cause Future Problems
J. Spencer Cook and Bryan G. Scott | Spilman Thomas & Battle | November 30, 2017 We all remember the litigation nightmare surrounding synthetic stucco or EIFS (exterior insulation finish systems) in the recent past. Now, commentators worry that Adhered Concrete Masonry Veneer, also known as manufactured stone veneer (pictured below), when installed improperly, poses… Continue reading Trendy Building Material May Cause Future Problems