Downspouts draining too close to the house
One or more downspouts let water out right next to the foundation.
CommonPlan for itGutters and downspouts
Why it matters
Water dumped next to the foundation can wash away soil, cause settling and get into the crawl space or basement. NC State guidance is at least 6 feet from a house with a basement and at least 2 feet from a crawl space or slab.
How common is it?
Found in 54% 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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