cracks in exterior wall, what should one seal with?

[bertt]

Hi, anyone have tips on what to seal cracks in the outer wall with that won't let smoke in? Putty or sealant of some kind? Preferably, I want to use something that lasts forever and doesn't need to be replaced and that doesn't shrink so smoke from the neighbor comes in now or in the future. The cracks are noticeable on the inside of the wall next to the windows, so that's where I'm thinking of sealing. You can feel air blowing in from outside through the cracks. On the outside of the wall, there is a glazed balcony, and the wall is covered with wood paneling or sheet metal attached to the outer wall inside the balcony.
🙏

 

[Hybro]

Smoke from what?

 

[bertt]

Smoke from what?

the neighbor chain smokes

 

[Hybro]

Aha... Thought warm smoke from combustion/heating, which usually rises upward.

Are they rental apartments?

 

[bertt]

Aha... Thought of warm smoke from combustion/heating, which usually rises upwards.

Are they rental apartments?

unfortunately would have preferred that this is disgusting
it is a bostadsrätt

 

[Hybro]

Don't know about this with condominium.
Who is responsible for the building's exterior walls, windows, roof, etc.?

 

[Hybro]

Can’t understand this about condominiums.
Who is responsible for the outer walls of the building, windows, roof, etc.?

Googled this:


If it's between the window frame and the wall construction, it's probably your responsibility.

 

[BirgitS]

Cannot understand this with a condominium.
Who is responsible for the outer walls, windows, roof, etc., of the building?

The actual building structure is the responsibility of the association, but cracks on the inside of the wall are the responsibility of the resident.

If you want the association to take action, for example, to inspect the facade, it's advisable to write a motion to the annual meeting and preferably talk to a few neighbors about the problem as well to get some support.

 

[bertt]

The association is responsible for the building's framework, but cracks on the inside of the wall are the resident's responsibility.

If you want the association to do something, e.g. review the facade, it is appropriate to write a motion to the annual meeting and preferably talk to a number of neighbors about the problem as well so that you get some support.

I think it will be my responsibility, so I plan to seal it with something.

 

[Hybro]

And then ask the association what can be used to seal with..
Foam sealant usually expands quite a bit and seeps out of gaps, then makes a real mess. Who then restores that?
Probably the one who does the job.
It can be quite extensive both on the outside and inside.

 

[bertt]

Can't do this with a cooperative apartment.
Who is responsible for the building's outer walls, windows, roof, etc.?

I think I will need to fix the cracks, that's how it was for the neighboring association, so I need some tips on what is best to seal with.

 

[Hybro]

I would personally remove any window trim on the inside and check how it looks. Is there any insulation, etc?

 

[bertt]

Personally, I would remove any window trim on the inside and check how it looks. Is there any insulation, etc.?

there are clear cracks in many places on the wall, so that's where I should seal.

 

[BirgitS]

Some pictures might make it easier to suggest something good. How deep are the cracks?

 

[bertt]

Some pictures might make it easier to suggest something good. How deep are the cracks?

I have taped them, I will take pictures tomorrow when it's light🙏