Inspection, maintenance and repair of sealant joints
Durability of sealants under normal weather circumstances can vary from 5 to more than 30 years, depending the type. This means with good functioning and application of the sealant, replacement is only mandatory after several years. In this period, instances requiring repairs or early total replacement of sealants might occur.
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