Weep Hole Heroes US

Why are these holes important?

Weep holes are the small evenly spaced openings found at the base of brick cavity walls that aid the moisture management of a building. Homes are designed to keep water out, but moisture can enter your building through rain, condensation, and many other ways, and this is where these holes come in handy.

Why can’t I just seal them?

If you seal these holes completely you can disrupt your weep hole drainage. Sealing them to prevent pest entry can result in moisture becoming trapped inside your cavity walls. Trapped moisture, along with reduced ventilation inside the cavity, can lead to fungal growths that may cause damage to your home and allergens that may impact your family.

Are you already protected?

If your home is relatively new, you may find that you have weep vents installed in which case you may not need to worry about installing any covers at all. Weep vents are produced during construction using a former product, and often these feature an integrated secure grill that protects the hole from pests.

What about mesh or steel wool?

You may be tempted to try using cheap weep hole mesh products or crude substitutes like steel wool in an effort to save money. There are plenty of guides and gurus online suggesting these economical fixes but there are several problems with these alternatives that may end up costing you more.