What home-inspection red flags worry Edmonton inspectors most?
Quick Answer
Short answer: Basement moisture, foundation heaving, aluminum wiring, poly-B plumbing and attic frost.
Detailed Explanation
Edmonton's clay soil swells with freeze-thaw cycles, so inspectors look for horizontal foundation cracks and sloping floors. 1970s houses may have aluminum branch wiring (fire risk), while 1990s builds often feature polybutylene (poly-B) plumbing prone to leaks.
- Basement efflorescence indicates past water entry
- Attic frost common after inadequate air-sealing
- Sewer line root intrusion affects 40%+ of pre-1980 homes
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