What to record
- Record downspout outlets, adjoining grade and where water crosses the slab.
- Show proposed landscaping that might change those paths.
- Label existing conditions and planned changes separately on a simple sketch.
The decision to discuss
Ask who is responsible for each elevation and outlet, and how the work sequence will be coordinated. A concrete quote should state whether grading or drainage work is included. Do not assume separate contractors will resolve an undefined boundary.
Why the surrounding context matters
Exterior concrete can be exposed to water and freezing conditions. Surface loss needs review alongside that exposure, but appearance alone does not establish its cause. Keep the physical condition, water observations and proposed maintenance changes separately recorded.
Further background: NRMCA: scaling concrete surfaces. This general background does not diagnose your property.
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