An assessment should explain the why, not just the where
Spotting the growth is the easy part; understanding what is feeding it is the actual point of an assessment. A useful one covers where water or moisture is getting in, humidity patterns, the condition of the affected materials, how containment will be handled, and how results will be verified afterward.
Build a complete scope
- Existing conditions and likely cause
- Preparation and protection
- Materials, compatibility, and installation details
- Permits, testing, cleanup, and restoration
- Exclusions, warranty terms, and change-order process
Mount Pleasant context
Mount Pleasant has older village homes, raised Lowcountry construction, large planned communities, and fast coastal infill. Marsh proximity, tidal flood risk, salt air, wind, high water tables, and humid heat shape material choices and site logistics.