That has led to that gap between the two surfaces and, also, the steps have a pretty extreme slope to the front. While this is very common with concrete, an inspector will also see wood steps, on some sort of piers, settle from time to time. Sometimes, a homeowner will put thick shims, even 2x4, at the bottom of the steps or the porch -- just trying to get everything to line up. Obviously, that kind of arrangement is, at best, temporary. A proper repair will take the services of a flat surfaces professional (concrete) or a licensed contractor. This is not a simple weekend fix. Sometimes, at least for awhile, people end up settling for a gap.
Steven L. Smith
Bellingham WA Home Inspections
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