Here in the Pacific Northwest, plants have a funny habit. 

They grow. A lot.

Sun, rain, and moderate temperatures bring things out of the ground at a rapid rate. While that’s great for gardeners, it’s not always a good thing when it comes to your house—specifically when things are overgrowing its exterior. 

Recently, I inspected a house in Skagit County that looked like a jungle had overtaken it. Plastic corrugated roof coverings—covered with plant life—were actively leaking. In my report, I recommended trimming back and maintaining this vegetative growth to prevent elevated moisture conditions and water/insect damage.

Vegetative growth is wonderful, but sometimes it needs a haircut.

If you have questions or comments about maintaining your home’s exterior or home inspections in general, tweet me (@AIHomeInspect).