In addition to having your foundation inspected by a qualified professional, there are also important foundation must-knows and must-dos that home owners should be familiar with.
- Understand the type of foundation that supports your home
- Protect your foundation from water damage by never allowing water to pool around it
- Protect your foundation (and the rest of your home) from insects
- Understand the basic structure of your home
- Never modify or remove structural framing without an expert's advice
- Excessive cracking or movement may indicate potential problems that need to be further investigated
- Keep gutters clean to prevent plugging and overflowing of downspouts and storm sewer lines
- Keep window wells clean and free of all plant material. Fill the bottom of the well with gravel to allow for good drainage and stop plant growth
For more information on home inspections, commercial building inspections or to find an inspector in your area, go to www.npiweb.com.
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