BobVila.com
From: Sandi Schwartz
Seeking landscaping pros to explain landscaping choices to help protect a home's foundation
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Explain how proper grading and slope direction away from the foundation prevents water pooling that causes settling and cracks—a visual element BobVila.com readers can immediately assess on their own properties
Detail specific plant placement distances and root systems to avoid (like trees within 20+ feet and shallow-rooting shrubs near the foundation line) that compromise structural integrity over time
Discuss mulch application depth and moisture management as a foundation protection strategy, clarifying the common mistake of piling mulch against the house that traps moisture and accelerates deterioration
Position this as a practical guide for homeowners to audit their current landscaping against foundation risks, aligned with BobVila.com's DIY assessment approach.
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