Mold and indoor air quality in Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine: what matters here
In coastal areas, humid air and wind-driven leaks encourage moisture in exposed walls. We examine them first.
Wooden houses exposed to wind and salt are prone to air and water leaks. Thermography shows where the envelope lets air through, and a moisture check completes the examination.
Mold and indoor air quality: what the inspector checks in Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Significant contamination calls for a specialized company, with containment of the area. Cleaning a large surface yourself can spread spores throughout the house.
In the Islands' wooden houses, the inspector uses thermography to find air leaks that wind exploits and measures moisture in exposed walls.
Report, timing and booking: Mold and indoor air quality in Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine
The report is delivered digitally, with annotated photos and recommendations ranked by urgency. For Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, booking lead times depend on the season: in spring, plan a few days ahead.
For a cottage, ask that water and heat be on on inspection day, otherwise several checks are impossible.
