Exterior site drainage is an importance aspect of exterior home and building inspections. Poor drainage can lead to building failures and cause the building inhabitants medical issues. Standing and ponding water around the building foundation and yards areas needs to be corrected to keep the home and building healthy.

1. Exterior Inspections – The Importance of Site Drainage
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Standing and ponding water around building foundations can be problematic

2. Negative Grading and Poor Water Management Details Will Enable Water Intrusion Into
Buildings and Cause Environmental Issues To It’s Occupants and Damage Buildings
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Water Runs
Downhill
Water Enters Here

3. How To Overcome Flooding and Water Run-off
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4. Truck Wells Are Below Grade and Can Flood But They Have Sump Pumps
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5. Poor Rear Yard Drainage – Days After Normal Rain Storm. Breeding Ground
For Mosquitos, Snakes, and Poor Living Conditions
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6. Negative Grading Towards Front Door and Planter Boxes Against Walls and Water
Draining Into Crawlspace Can Create Unhealthy Living Conditions
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Planter
boxes
catch roof
run-off

7. Use These Recommended Slopes To Avoid Water Intrusion
Issues For Healthy Homes
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8. Water Retention Around Exteriors Is Not Healthy and Can Pose Potential Trip Hazards
And Un-Necessary Property Damage
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Erosion Due To
Poor Drainage

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Water Intrusion Is The Cause For Numerous Failures That Occur
In The Construction Industry
• Inadequate or poor site drainage can be very detrimental to homes and
buildings. If water management is not properly considered during the
building process or implemented into the building and construction
process, serious moisture intrusion issues will invade the building and
cause deterioration to the building systems and harm it’s occupants.