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How should the soil next to your foundation slope?

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  1. Away from the house, 1 inch per foot for 6 feet
  2. Toward the house, to water the foundation
  3. Perfectly level

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  1. UMN Extension: Moisture in basements extension.umn.edu/garden-and-home/home-maintenance/caring-for-a-home/moisture-in-basements-causes-and-solutions Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. UMN Extension: Moisture in basements extension.umn.edu/garden-and-home/home-maintenance/caring-for-a-home/moisture-in-basements-causes-and-solutions Checked 2026-10-10.

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