Drainage Slope Inspections
Included in a home inspection
Five Points of Consideration for Drainage Slope:
- Drainage slope should always be away from any structural components
- Improper drainage slope is the second leading cause of foundation moisture issues
- Driveway, sidewalk, patio surfaces all need to be sloped for drainage
- Planting beds and lawn surfaces all need to be sloped for drainage
- Gravel and bark mulch do not create proper surface drainage but rather allow water to drain through them