Jul 30, 2018 | Foundation, Slab Foundations
A very common deficiency in Houston are foundation wedge cracks, also known as “corner pops”. These are the result of construction errors. The good news is these cracks generally do not affect the structural integrity of the foundation. They do, however, create a...
Jul 16, 2018 | Grading and Drainage
Many Houston homes have rain gutter systems to carry rain water from the roof covering away from the foundation. A very common deficiency I see during rain gutter inspections are rain gutter discharge tubes pouring water directly on to the ground right next to the...
Jul 9, 2018 | Grading and Drainage
As a Houston home inspector, I see water damage and termite activity due to insufficient siding clearance from grade almost daily. It is important to maintain proper clearance of your siding product from the soil grade level. This clearance is also called...
Jul 5, 2018 | Grading and Drainage
In the first part we talked about the importance of proper slope around your foundation so that water isn’t held against the foundation. Now lets talk about the things to consider when planning new landscaping beds near the house. One of the most common faults I...
Jul 4, 2018 | Grading and Drainage, Uncategorized
Spring is fast approaching and its time to start thinking about plants and yard work. An important part of landscaping that is often overlooked is the impact on your house. As a Houston home inspector, I regularly encounter landscaping that negatively impacts the...
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