The Strategy for surface water control, or grading, is simple. If the ground slopes down away from the building, surface water will run away from rather than toward the home. If the grade slopes toward the house, water will accumulate against the foundation walls.
Basement window wells and exterior basement stairwells are natural collection points for surface water. Grading should be down away from these, so surface water is not funneled into basement window or stairwells. The wells themselves will receive a certain amount of rain or snow directly.
It is very important to be mindful of this information as you evaluate your property for damage and repairs.
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If you would like the chance to work with me or one of my fellow real estate investor coaches and our advanced training programs, give us a call anytime to see if Dean's Real Estate Success Academy and our customized curriculum is a fit for you. Call us at 1-877-219-1474 ext. 125
The Strategy for surface water control, or grading, is simple. If the ground slopes down away from the building, surface water will run away from rather than toward the home. If the grade slopes toward the house, water will accumulate against the foundation walls.
Basement window wells and exterior basement stairwells are natural collection points for surface water. Grading should be down away from these, so surface water is not funneled into basement window or stairwells. The wells themselves will receive a certain amount of rain or snow directly.
It is very important to be mindful of this information as you evaluate your property for damage and repairs.
If you would like the chance to work with me or one of my fellow real estate investor coaches and our advanced training programs, give us a call anytime to see if Dean's Real Estate Success Academy and our customized curriculum is a fit for you. Call us at 1-877-219-1474 ext. 125