Foundation, pyrite and pyrrhotite assessment in Baie-Comeau: what matters here
The region's deep frost puts heavy pressure on poorly drained foundations. Horizontal cracks and leaning walls are examined carefully.
Old foundations, deep frost and original drains: in Baie-Comeau, the below-ground examination of post-war homes focuses first on drainage and foundation condition.
Foundation, pyrite and pyrrhotite assessment: what the inspector checks in Baie-Comeau
Water is often behind foundation problems: poor drainage, gutters emptying against the house, grading that slopes toward the walls. Fixing the water is often the first step, before any repair.
In the basement, the inspector examines old foundations, looks for water marks and checks the drain. They note frost-related cracks and drainage around the house.
Report, timing and booking: Foundation, pyrite and pyrrhotite assessment in Baie-Comeau
For a property in Baie-Comeau, give the approximate year built, access details and deadlines in the form: the inspector arrives better prepared, with the right equipment. The photo report follows within 24 to 48 hours.
Avoid inspecting the exterior during a storm if you can, but a windy day sometimes helps find air leaks from inside.
