When furs cause mold

As you know, the most commonly used method of basement insulation is based on the use of rigid insulation panels. This approach has excellent advantages and is widely recommended.

However, in many cases, these insulating panels are installed directly on the foundation walls and secured using wooden furring strips, usually arranged vertically.

It is essential to remain vigilant against poor workmanship!

Over the years, I have frequently noticed that some contractors install vertical furring strips up to the level of the foundation footing. This configuration promotes the migration of moisture by capillary action, creating conditions conducive to the growth of mold hidden behind drywall and moldings, often detected late.

It is important to understand that this situation constitutes poor workmanship by industry standards, causing harm to homeowners and exposing builders to legal action.

It is therefore imperative to ensure that when installing the furring strips, once the concrete slab has been poured, they are in no way in contact with the slab.