Drainage System

Share a Toast For The 200th Upon Closer Inspection Column!

By Brenda Masse / September 20, 2023 /

It’s hard to believe, but this week marks the 200th Upon Closer Inspection column! When we started sharing tales from the field back in October of 2019, who would have thought there would be so much to say about home inspections! We’ve discussed everything from the foundation to the roof, and all the details in…

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Spring Home Maintenance: Grading And Drainage

By Brenda Masse / March 22, 2023 /

It’s officially spring, and that can mean lots of rain followed by a long, dry summer. Does your yard have proper grading and drainage to protect your home? If not, you could be set up for foundation damage. Here are a few things to know: Negative Drainage Grading and drainage refer to the way your…

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High Rise Living: How To Make a Roof-Top Potty for the Pups

By Candy Evans / July 10, 2012 /

  See that little green landing pad (behind the post)? It’s a doggie pee and poop pad for high rise dwellers. No kidding! Located on a ninth floor balcony at The Ritz Residences, Lamberts installed green turf over a drainage system. They rinse it thoroughly once a week and poof, you never have to put on your make-up…

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