Damp & Structure

Infiltrations, mold, cracks, floors, walls, roofs and signs that require technical assessment.

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Mão pressionando uma placa de piso cerâmico bege levantada sobre uma abertura escura, com marcas visuais de ondas de som ao lado.

Damp & Structure01/09/20267 min read

Bulging or hollow-sounding ceramic tile floor: what it means and who to call

Learn how to distinguish a hollow sound from tile tenting, judge whether the problem is local or widespread, when to isolate the area and which professional to call.

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Infográfico em uma parede com três áreas de umidade identificadas como infiltração, vazamento e condensação, além de caderno de diagnóstico, lanterna e medidor portátil.

Damp & Structure17/08/202611 min read

Moisture stain on the wall: how to differentiate rain infiltration, leakage and condensation before breaking or waterproofing

The pattern of the stain, the relationship with rain, water use, pipes, cold walls and water meters help direct the investigation without going straight to the work.

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Moradora observa preocupada uma grande rachadura vertical em parede interna, com fissuras menores e reboco danificado.

Damp & Structure15/08/20267 min read

Crack in the wall: when leaving the property, call Civil Defense or seek a technical assessment

Not every crack indicates an immediate risk. Understand which associated signs require leaving the property, calling Civil Defense or professional evaluation.

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