Real Findings

🏗️ Structural Issues Found in Ottawa Homes

Real structural defects and foundation issues documented during home inspections across Ottawa and surrounding areas.

🏠 Roof Failures 🌬️ Attic & Ventilation Issues ⚡ Electrical Failures 🌡️ Heating & Cooling Failures 🧱 Insulation Issues 🔧 Plumbing Failures 🏗️ Structural Issues 🪟 Interior Findings 🏡 Exterior Findings

What We Check

  • Foundation walls — cracks, bowing, water infiltration, efflorescence
  • Floor framing — joists, beams, posts, and sill plates
  • Roof structure — rafters, trusses, ridge board condition
  • Load-bearing walls — improper modifications, missing headers
  • Basement floor — cracks, heaving, moisture
  • Window wells — drainage, moisture intrusion
  • Visible settlement — uneven floors, sticking doors and windows

Common Issues We Find

  • Horizontal or stair-step cracks in foundation walls indicating lateral pressure
  • Wood rot at sill plates due to ground contact or moisture
  • Notched or cut joists from unpermitted plumbing or electrical work
  • Improperly supported beams following basement renovations
  • Settlement cracks around windows and doors
  • Bowing basement walls requiring monitoring or repair

Why This Matters

Structural defects are among the most serious and expensive findings in a home inspection. Ottawa's freeze-thaw cycles place significant stress on foundations, and many older homes have had structural modifications done without permits or engineering oversight. Early identification of structural concerns is essential to protecting your investment.

Previous Findings

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Concerned About Structural Integrity?

Structural repairs are among the most expensive a homeowner can face. Get the facts before you buy.

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