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soil around the foundation (how high?)

 04/12/2007 12:00 PM jake2071
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soil grade

04/12/2007 12:07 PM fugazi48

the ground must fall away from the foundation at least 6 inches within the first 10 feet around the perimeter of the house. http://www.askthebuilder.com/B67_Tips_on_Foundation_Soil_Grade_Around_Houses.shtml

You don't want the soil to go up to your siding because of termites. I guess we need to find another website for that distance.

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