Exterior & foundation cracks/movement to look for

inspectors should look for and note:

• mortar joint condition;

• loose bricks;

• misdirected downspouts;

• overflowing gutters;

• horizontal cracks;

• vertical cracks;

• step cracks;

• untreated wood in contact with soil;

• previous repairs;

• sagging lintels;

• missing or obstructed weep holes;

• too few weep holes; and

• missing or improperly installed flashing.