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When I had this website developed the idea was interaction. I would like to hear questions from present Clients, future Clients and anyone with questions in regards to the Housing Industry. If you find yourself in the midst of the purchasing process and want to know the difference between a high efficiency furnace and a mid efficiency furnace…please send a note. If you would like to know why do I really need an Eco Energy evaluation? Please feel free to ask. P.S. If you are a present Homeowner and have no intentions of buying or selling…send your questions and comments as well. This site is designed for the Homeowner!
Many of my present Clients are generally concerned with water, moisture, mould, and how to prevent the infiltration of water. The key to avoiding water/moisture damage is to direct water away from your foundation. Simple as it sounds, it is the most frequent deficiency noted when I conduct inspections in the field. Gutters and downspouts are usually directing water directly down the side of the foundation. The water/moisture slowly causes cracking and deterioration of the mortar/concrete. Most new homes are constructed with a poured concrete foundation. Older homes are constructed with concrete block foundation. In saying so, the poured or block foundation can both be susceptible to water infiltration.
Grading of your lot also has much to do with the direction water travels. If your lot is graded towards your home, water will be directed towards the foundation. This is why you have so many Homeowners hiring water solution contractors. This is why you see foundations being dug up and waterproof membranes being applied. The ground is then backfilled and properly graded. If the Homeowner had been vigilant initially with water direction, there would be no reason for excavation.
Please be vigilant in fighting water! Make sure your lot is graded properly. Make sure your downspouts are directed at least 6’ away from your foundation (not on your neighbors lawn! LOL). I have many plans on the way to fight water infiltration. If you would like further information, please e-mail John with your questions @ john.binder@sympatico.ca Stay informed, and updated on material regarding You the Homeowner….@ Binder Home Inspections….Your home of quality customer satisfaction. Voted #1 in customer satisfaction among local inspection companies!
Thanks for reading.
John Binder
519-995-2067
john.binder@sympatico.ca
www.binderhomeinspections.com
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