Can this cause a leak? Cracks in the window.(monolithic cladding)

[tokssi]

Are this dangerous? Can they cause leak to the house frame? I noticed that there are vertical cracks on the side of the windows and aluminum doors. There is a cavity on the house though. Like 20mm. Thanks.

How do we repair cracks like this? Thanks.



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[730]

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