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When Water Accumulates - the effects of grading and landscaping on drainage
To prevent water-related movement and ingress through a residential foundation, it is imperative that positive grading away from the foundation be established.
Forensic science and the drone; what you need to know about certification and registration
Drone emergence and recent developments in technology allow data gathering that previously required larger and more expensive means.
The dangers of ice damming
With sub-zero winter temperatures and months of snowfall, Canadian winter weather can result in an influx of property damage claims. Specifically, in the right conditions, ice damming can be a common concern.
Snow covered roofs
Each winter, during periods of significant snowfall, the buildup of snow on roofs can be a real concern.Snow accumulation depends on many factors, including wind direction, building orientation, roof pitch, shelter, and, of course, weather conditions. For example, houses are more at risk when the wind is blowing from the west and the lower side of the house is to the east.
Expansive Soils
Expansive soils can often cause great loss to residential and commercial property. Numerous Canadian cities and towns are located in geographic areas with soils that are classified as clays having medium to high plasticity. This means that these soils are capable of absorbing water and will expand and contract as the moisture content changes. Activation of highly plastic clay (also called heaving or swelling) can cause damage to a building structure, a concrete slab on grade and/or surrounding landscaping.
Humidity in your basement: could it be your foundation drain?
Do you notice excessive moisture in your basement in the form of water infiltration or the appearance of molds or whitish marks at the bottom of your foundation walls? The foundation drain could be the cause! Humidity problems in basements are more common than one might think. When basements are used as living space, a problem of excessive humidity can quickly become an irritant and cause significant health problems.
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