{"id":328,"date":"2026-09-28T14:53:23","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T14:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puertomorelosinspections.com\/?page_id=328"},"modified":"2026-09-28T14:58:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T14:58:34","slug":"faq-inspection-and-construction-cleanup","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/puertomorelosinspections.com\/fr\/faq-inspection-and-construction-cleanup\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ Inspection and Construction Cleanup"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"328\" class=\"elementor elementor-328\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d42b93 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9d42b93\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-interaction-id=\"1187f68\" class=\"e-heading-base e-default-h2\">FAQ - Residential Inspections, Post-Construction Cleanup, and Off-seasson maintenance<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8565d3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"f8565d3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\n  .pmpc-faq-container { font-family: sans-serif; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; color: #1A2E44; }\n  .pmpc-faq-section-title { font-size: 1.5rem; color: #1A2E44; border-bottom: 2px solid #3AC9D6; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 15px; }\n  .pmpc-faq-item { background: #F5F1EB; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 10px; overflow: hidden; }\n  .pmpc-faq-item summary { font-weight: bold; padding: 14px 18px; cursor: pointer; background: #EFEAE2; color: #1A2E44; outline: none; list-style: none; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; }\n  .pmpc-faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }\n  .pmpc-faq-item summary::after { content: \"+\"; font-size: 1.2rem; color: #3AC9D6; font-weight: bold; }\n  .pmpc-faq-item[open] summary::after { content: \"\u2013\"; color: #1A2E44; }\n  .pmpc-faq-content { padding: 14px 18px; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 0.95rem; color: #333333; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"pmpc-faq-container\">\n\n  <!-- SECTION 1 -->\n  <h3 class=\"pmpc-faq-section-title\">1. Technical Home Inspections<\/h3>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>What is a pre-handover construction inspection?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">A non-destructive audit of a new build or major remodel performed prior to taking legal possession or releasing final payments. We evaluate structural finishes, plumbing pressure, electrical grid safety, and HVAC systems to compile an actionable, builder-ready punch list.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>When should I schedule an inspection in Puerto Morelos?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">Schedule 1 to 2 weeks before your estimated key handover date to give your developer time to rectify identified defects before move-in.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>What specific checks are included?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">Our 8-domain protocol covers roof waterproofing membranes (azotea), window\/door frame weep holes (lloraderos), floor tile acoustic tap testing, electrical outlet polarity\/grounding, A\/C condensate gravity drain flow, and plumbing pump pressure (30\u201350 PSI).<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>How are findings delivered and priced?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">You receive a documented, bilingual (English\/Spanish) photo report with prioritized defects. Packages start at $350 USD \/ 6,000 MXN for 1-bed units (up to 65 m\u00b2) and scale predictably by square meters.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n  <!-- SECTION 2 -->\n  <h3 class=\"pmpc-faq-section-title\">2. Post-Construction Detailing & Deep Cleaning<\/h3>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>How is post-construction detailing different from house cleaning?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">It removes industrial residue (mortar, paint overspray, plaster dust, silicone haze) using substrate-matched chemistry and non-marring tools without damaging luxury finishes.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>Why do you strictly prohibit raw muriatic acid (\u00e1cido muri\u00e1tico)?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">Raw mineral acids permanently etch natural stone (travertine, Crema Maya), destroy Chukum resin binders, and release corrosive vapors that rust stainless steel hardware and A\/C coils.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>What safe cleaning methods do you use instead?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">We prioritize dry mechanical extraction (HEPA vacuums, brass scrapers, 30\u00b0 razor passes) followed by pH-neutral stone cleaners, alkaline degreasers, and citrus solvents.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>What is your 3-Phase cleaning process?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\"><strong>Phase 1 (Rough Clean):<\/strong> Debris haul and HEPA dust extraction.<br><strong>Phase 2 (Detail Clean):<\/strong> Cabinetry, window tracks, fixture scraping, and grout haze removal.<br><strong>Phase 3 (Turnover):<\/strong> Fine polishing, glass washing, and final walkthrough. Packages start at $350 USD \/ 6,000 MXN.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n  <!-- SECTION 3 -->\n  <h3 class=\"pmpc-faq-section-title\">3. Off-Season Property Shutdown & Summerizing<\/h3>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>What is \"Summerizing\" and why do vacant Riviera Maya homes need it?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">Homes left vacant during the 6-month Caribbean summer face 85%+ humidity, sea-salt air, storm rains, and high heat. Summerizing prepares mechanical systems, plumbing, and surfaces to prevent mold bloom, pipe trap evaporation, water intrusion, and metal pitting.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>How do you prevent indoor mold and A\/C water leaks?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">We calibrate A\/C units or dehumidifiers to safe humidity thresholds (55\u201360%) and flush mini-split condensate lines to ensure gravity drains flow freely without overflowing inside walls while running unattended.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>How do you block sewer gases and pests during long vacancies?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">We fill and seal all floor drains (coladeras), shower traps, and toilets so P-traps do not dry out in the summer heat, preventing sewer gas infiltration and pest entry.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"pmpc-faq-item\">\n    <summary>What storm and corrosion protection is performed?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"pmpc-faq-content\">We clear window and slider drain slots (lloraderos), clear roof drain channels, apply protective barrier oil to stainless steel fixtures, and isolate non-essential electrical breakers to guard against storm surge spikes.<\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FAQ &#8211; Residential Inspections, Post-Construction Cleanup, and Off-seasson maintenance 1. 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