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· p. 34

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1811

Preserved wood foundations

· p. 327

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2077

Wet basement clues - part 2

· p. 371

The cross section depicts a basement foundation wall, floor slab, exterior soil, drainage piping, and a sump containing water and a pump. Exterior clues to past water problems include evidence of recent excavation and a

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Downspout extension too short

· p. 344

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2081

Interior drainage system

· p. 372

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1885

Drainage layer

· p. 340

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