Inspecting a full depth basement is a challenge when you can see the walls. When the basement walls are 100% finished inside, you can’t even see the foundation wall. What do you do? Document Limitations Always document an inspection limitation, like: “The basement walls are 100% finished, and the foundation walls are not visible and were not inspected.” You can’t inspect what you can’t see. But with any foundation, you can inspect the outside. Exterior Inspection Always check the exposed portion of the foundation walls. With proper clearance from the siding to the soil, about 6 i ...
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