Site Drainage

Question 1

The grade near the foundation should slope a minimum of 5% or ?

Answer 1

6 inches in the first 10 feet.

Question 2

Drains should be installed around all concrete and masonry foundations that are below grade and…

Answer 2

Enclose a habitable or usable space:

Question 3

If the foundation is in an area with sandy, gravelly soils or well-drained ground this may not be required?

Answer 3

A drainage systems

Question 4

Downspouts should discharge away from the house a minimum of…

Answer 4

4 to 6 ft

Question 5

Flowerbeds next to the foundations should be checked for signs of what?

Answer 5

Standing water.

Question 6

Why should trees near the home and foundation be noted?

Answer 6

Because the roots may affect the foundation or underground drainage pipes.

Question 7

To prevent rot, wood siding and sill plates should be how far above grade?

Answer 7

6 to 8 inches

Question 8

The maximum slope of a lot should be what?

Answer 8

Roughly 1-in-2.

Question 9

If a home is on a steep slope, it should be noted because the house may be subject to this?

Answer 9

Erosion or movement.