Comprehensive Home Storm Readiness Assessment: Drainage & Foundation Protection Audit

Property Address

Assessment Date & Time

Assessor Name

Property Age (Years)

Property Type

Please specify property type:

Recent Rainfall Intensity (Last 48 Hours)

Time of Last Significant Rainfall

Estimated Rainfall Amount (mm or inches)

Is additional rainfall forecasted within the next 72 hours?

Describe forecasted conditions and expected intensity:

Have you experienced any flooding or water intrusion during previous storms?

Describe previous flooding incidents, frequency, severity, and affected areas:

Exterior Zone Drainage Analysis

Does your property have a gutter system installed?

Are all gutters free from visible debris, leaves, and blockages?

Describe blockage locations, severity, and estimated percentage of gutter length affected:

Do gutters show signs of sagging, detachment, or improper pitch?

Identify affected gutter sections and approximate length needing repair:

Are downspouts securely attached and directing water at least 6 feet (2 meters) away from foundation?

Describe downspout issues, current discharge distance, and number of affected downspouts:

Do you have downspout extensions or underground drainage pipes installed?

What type of extension system is installed?

Specify other extension type:

Total number of downspouts on property

Have you observed water overflowing from gutters during heavy rain?

Describe frequency, conditions when overflow occurs, and estimated overflow volume:

Foundation Type

Is the soil grade (slope) around your foundation properly sloped away from the house?

Describe problem areas, extent of negative grading, and linear footage affected:

Recommended slope is 6 inches over 10 feet (5% grade). How many zones meet this standard?

Have you observed foundation cracks, water stains, or moisture in the basement/crawl space?

Select all observed issues (check all that apply):

Is there visible settlement or sinking of soil around the foundation creating water collection points?

Describe location, severity, and approximate depth of settlement areas:

Soil Type Around Foundation

Are there visible gaps between soil and foundation wall indicating soil shrinkage?

Describe gap width, depth, and linear footage:

Do you have a French drain or perimeter drain system installed?

Is the French drain system functioning properly and free from blockages?

Describe French drain issues, backup symptoms, and last maintenance date:

Are there any catch basins or storm drains on your property?

Are catch basins clear of debris and draining properly?

Describe catch basin maintenance needs and frequency of clogging:

Do you have a sump pump installed?

Has the sump pump been tested and is it operational?

Describe sump pump issues, last service date, and backup power availability:

Are there any dry wells or rain gardens installed for stormwater management?

Describe location, capacity, and performance of stormwater management features:

Do you have permeable paving materials installed (porous concrete, pavers, gravel)?

Specify locations, condition, and percentage of impervious vs permeable surfaces:

Are there any swales or berms directing water flow on your property?

Describe swale/berm location, condition, and effectiveness:

Are there trees or large shrubs within 10 feet (3 meters) of your foundation?

Select potential issues caused by vegetation (check all that apply):

Are mulch beds or flower gardens graded properly to slope away from the house?

Describe landscaping grading issues and which beds require re-grading:

Do you have retaining walls on your property?

Are retaining walls showing signs of failure, bulging, or water pressure damage?

Describe retaining wall damage, location, and urgency of repair:

Are there any paved surfaces (driveways, walkways) that slope toward the foundation?

Identify problematic paved surfaces, extent of slope issue, and linear footage:

Do you use automatic irrigation systems near the foundation?

Are irrigation systems properly calibrated to avoid oversaturation near foundation?

Describe irrigation issues and proximity to foundation:

Rate the following risk factors (1 = Low Risk, 5 = Critical Risk):

Which exterior zones require immediate attention within 7 days? (Select all that apply)

Do you estimate that any standing water is within 2 feet (60cm) of the foundation?

Estimated budget available for drainage improvements

Overall Storm Readiness Score (1 = Not Ready, 10 = Fully Prepared)

Rank the following improvement measures by priority (1 = Highest Priority, 10 = Lowest Priority):

Which professional services will you require? (Select all that apply)

Specify other professional service needed:

Will you need to coordinate with neighbors for shared drainage solutions?

Describe coordination requirements and shared drainage features:

Target completion date for critical repairs

Do you have homeowner's insurance that covers foundation water damage?

Upload overall property photos showing grading and drainage patterns

Attach any previous inspection reports or drainage plans

Additional observations, concerns, or notes:

Would you like to schedule a follow-up assessment after improvements are completed?

Proposed follow-up assessment date

I acknowledge that this assessment is for informational purposes and does not replace professional engineering evaluation or structural assessment

Assessor Signature & Completion Confirmation