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Front Yard Slopes Toward Court Yard

Round Rock Home Inspector discovers drainage issues with the front yard sloping toward the front entry court yard. The lower area in front of the door stands with several inches of water during heavier rains.

It is recommended for gutters and downspouts to be arranged to help divert the water around each side of the house.
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“Honesty and Integrity are two words that would easily describe Charles. He is an outstanding professional with a keen eye for detail in every aspect. His experience and knowledge in the contruction and inspection industry provides invaluable information to the consumer! I have the utmost respect for his work and would recommend him to any individual without hesitation.”
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David and Kim Traylor

George Santaw Thanks Charles ! You helped so much when we sold our house & went above & beyond as our inspector!! Thx again

Broken glass in light fixture.

A broken glass lens was found during this home inspection. The cost of replacing the glass lens, if one can be obtained, or replacing the fixture can be added costs in buying a home. A quality home inspection can keep you from buying a money pit.

The gravel from the side yard has washed down and over the patio landing.

The side yard gravel landscape materials has washed down hill to cover the patio step landing area. To keep this erosion from occurring, perhaps a terracing or a series of step downs with short retaining walls would allow for water to flow downhill without eroding the landscaping. Or, perhaps a subgrade drain. This would consist of  trenches, drain pipe, gravel aggregate, and geotextile and then cover with the landscape materials.

Finish grade above bottom of masonry veneer.

When the finish grade is above the foundation line and above the masonry veneer, this can allow for water to damage the framing and gives insects and termites an easy entry into the house. Finish grade should be eight to twelve inches below the exterior veneer with the grade falling away from the slab a minimum of 1/2 inch in 1 foot for 10 feet away from the slab.

Damaged landscape lighting fixture.

Your property inspector should always inspect for damaged landscape lights.  Some I see are damaged by mowers, hail, with dented housing, cracked lenses and bulbs missing or burned out. Also, check to make sure any wires are not exposed to be damaged by lawn equipment or as a tripping hazard.