Found in basement

This mornings inspection I came across this white stuff in a basement. I have never seen Efflorescence this bad before, but I’m assuming that is what is is. The basement had evidence of recent moisture intrusion. Am I correct?

I’d say efflorescence too, yes.

Looks like it is to me too.

Never seen that much…but I agree…

For me it is Efflorescence too, i would like to know about it.

http://www.nachi.org/efflorescence.htm

Agreed and yes I have seen this much.
This is what is needed www.xypex.com

You are 100% correct! Please note the “watermarks” on the wall behind the “minerals/salt”!
Nick has provided you with an outstanding and easy-to-understand link to a very well documented cause of efflorescence.
http://www.nachi.org/efflorescence.htm

Articles like these that we received for “free” are one of the reasons that Professional Home Inspectors have left other associations and gravitate towards InterNachi.

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