What is Included in the foundation Inspection?

   We will discuss deficiencies of the properties raised foundation or slab, property slope, crawl spaces and basements, floor structuring. Your foundation inspection includes but is not limited to the areas and conditions listed below:

Grading

- Level site, or minor, moderate, or steep slope
- Improperly sloped toward foundation or high at foundation
- Earth to wood contact (termite potential)
- Overgrown landscape, foliage touching structure
- Signs of poor drainage, erosion
- Surface drains visible & functional

Slab-on-grade

- Perimeter visibility
- Damage or deterioration
- Common, moderate or major cracks
- Uneven flooring
- Cracks on walls

Raised foundation

- Foundation and column materials
- Deterioration and damage
- Functional or near end of life span
- Common, moderate or major cracks
- Evidence of foundation movement
- Exposed footings or crumbling/deteriorated concrete/brick/mortar

Crawlspace

- How inspected
- Access door condition
- Ventilation adequate, vents blocked or needed
- Vents or screens damaged
- Dry or minor, moderate, or excessive moisture
- Evidence of flooding

Floor Structure

- Floor construction & materials description (joists, I-beams)
- Deterioration or damage
- Functional or not
- Moisture damage/rot
- Sagging, over spanning, poor bearing
- Improperly cut, over notched
- Missing or improperly installed fasteners
- Anchor bolts or straps installed
- Lateral bracing installed
- Earth to wood contact

Basement

- Materials for walls, floors, and columns
- Deterioration, damage
- Common, moderate, or major cracks
- Evidence of foundation movement
- Foundation or walls bowed/bulging
- Stairs, rails, and door materials and condition
- Insulation type and condition
- Evidence of flooding
- Sump pump installed/functional