Basic Site Info

Before Around the House Home Inspection assesses the condition of the home to be inspected, the property on which it sits will first be examined for proper land grading, water drainage and utility service connections.

Site Drainage

Most issues with moisture in basements and crawlspaces are caused by poor site drainage. Around the House Home Inspection will observe the drainage pattern of land adjacent to the structure. For effective drainage, the ground should slope away from all sides of the building. The ground should also slope away from window wells, outside basement stairs and other areas. Downspouts, surface gutters, and drains should direct water four to six feet away from the foundation.

Utility Services

Around the House Home Inspection will visually examine all of the utility services leading into the home's structure, including the electrical, water and gas services, any service shutoffs, the sewer line cleanout and the location of the fuel storage tank if applicable.The types of service, and the entrance location and current condition of each service, will also be reviewed.