Siding to Slab Issues

This Hardi Plank lap siding on the exterior wall that is not properly fastened should also be at least

3/4" - 1" down past the bottom of the wall frame on the slab foundation. Many problems could occur

if not corrected such as moisture related problems, air infiltration, pest infiltration along with wood

destroying organism issues.

You could actually see the bottom plate (sole plate) of the wall frame in some areas on this

New Home Move In Inspection in the Schertz area


Photos by Joe Keresztury, JWK Inspections