basement inspection
Basement Inspection
Constant freezing and thawing presents special challenges to home owners who want to protect their basements from excessive moisture and other factors which may cause damage to the building.
Whether you are beginning to notice some cracks in the foundation of your home or already experiencing flooding in your basement, its best you take a proactive action and protect your most valuable investment.
If the building you are considering to purchase or have purchased has a basement, you will need to know if there is an evidence of water leakage or dampness in the basement.
Most basements come with at least a few stains here and there, some rusted metals and a dehumidifier.
Some also have damp odor, all of which can be worrisome to the owner as it most times indicates that there is a problem with the structure of such building such as a cracked foundation.
When it comes to basement inspection, these are some of the issues basement construction specialist looks out for:
Leaking Basement
Water in a basement can be caused by a number of reasons. It could be from sump pumps failure or leakage from a floor crack. It could be due to foundation failure and leaky window wells. Getting an expert opinion will help address the issue permanently.
Bowing Walls
The expansion and contraction of soil put unwanted pressure on the walls of your basement. When you begin to notice your walls pushing in or severe cracking in your basement walls, it’s time to call in an expert to carry out a thorough inspection of your foundation failure.
Crawlspace Moisture
Never let musty odors and mold cause problems for your crawl space. A specialist will diagnose the source of the moisture which is causing the musty odor and help you fix the problem if need be.
Sinking Foundation
Foundation settlements often cause stair-step cracks, leaning chimneys, sticking doors and windows. Different signs of home settlement often go with different stages of severity so it’s best you take proactive measures to detect the problems early by calling in an expert to prevent it from escalating.
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