Loose Foundation Vent
The noted foundation vent is loose.
Less commonPlan for itFoundation vents
Why it matters
A loose foundation vent can easily become dislodged and also allows for small pests to enter the crawlspace.
How common is it?
Found in 2% of the homes HomeCloud evaluated, Sep 2025 to Oct 2026.
Counted by the finding's name on HomeCloud reports, so the true number can be a little higher.
How soon to fix it
HomeCloud reports list this as something to plan for rather than an emergency.
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