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There is polyethylene sheeting installed to provide a capillary break between the ground and slab
This swale and berm slow the flow of stormwater across a site to minimize erosion.
To control surface water, slope the ground away from the building perimeter on all sides.
Wrong - Class I vapor retarder over framed basement walls can cause condensation, mold, and rotting because plastic prevents drying to the inside; the outside should have waterproofing and vertical drainage, and the framing should be spaced from the wall.
Wrong - The below-grade concrete does not have the correct construction to be impermeable to moisture because the lumber is untreated and against the concrete that lacks waterproofing.
Wrong – A poorly sealed window and window well allow bulk water to enter the crawlspace from ground that slopes toward the structure
Wrong – Drain pipe has been cut and foundation penetration has not been properly sealed
Wrong – No polyethylene sheeting vapor barrier is installed on the crawlspace floor
Wrong – The drain tile is cut and now does not extend around the entire foundation footing
Wrong – The drain tile is not installed to terminate properly and will not transport water to the exterior
Wrong – The drain tile is not wrapped in fabric and could become clogged with debris
Wrong – The gravel surrounding the drain tile is too large and will let too much debris through
Wrong – The insulated concrete forms at the foundation do not have a damp-proof coating
Wrong – The polyethylene sheeting vapor barrier is not attached to the piers with mechanical fasteners