Mulch damaging foundation
jsmcast wrote:
Has anyone had issues with mulch eroding their foundation? I have
poured walls and the put dark hardwood mulch against it (for the last
three years). I noticed that the foundation was getting lighter (like
it was bleached) and when I went to investigate the areas that had
mulch against it, would flake and fall off. Fortunately I have caught
in time, but I need to know what mulch is safe, if any, to use by my
house's foundation.
Any advice?
-jes
I have "heard" that mulch can raise the moisture content of the surface
area of foundation and then a hard freeze can result in flaking.
Foundation companies in your area probably could get you a sure answer.
Lar
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