Summary: Water can cause damage to a home’s foundation, even if it’s not moving quickly Water can collect in a variety of ways, including from poorly designed gutters Water around a foundation can cause hydrostatic pressure, leading to stress on the...
Summary: National Research Council of Canada suggests a minimum roof snow load is 21 pounds/sq ft. Alberta’s building codes suggest a minimum 22 pounds/sq ft, accounting for 4+ feet snow drifts. Ice buildup in Alberta poses a risk due to freeze/thaw cycles....
