Foundation insulation in termite areas: preserve inspection
In termite areas, foundation insulation or finishes can conceal travel paths. Check local requirements, product limitations and inspectability.
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VERT / GREEN · JAUNE / YELLOW · ROUGE / RED
What the professional checks
The professional checks local risk, code/AHJ requirements, exposed wood, inspection path, barriers/protection, insulation product and insect-favouring moisture.
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Sources checked: 2026-08-24
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