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  "headline": "What We Look For (And What We Don’t): Why Elevation Photos Matter in Your Home Inspection Report",
  "description": "Elevation photos are more than wide-angle glamour shots. Learn how inspectors use them to catch drainage issues, track maintenance, and provide visual proof of exterior conditions—especially during training and QA.",
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  "url": "https://homeinspectionsovercoffee.com/what-we-look-for-and-what-we-dont-why-elevation-photos-matter-in-your-home-inspection-report/",
  "datePublished": "2025-06-30",
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          "text": "An elevation photo is a wide shot of one full side of the home—from ground to roofline—taken from a distance that allows us to capture overall condition, slope, and layout. We take photos of all four sides: front, back, left, and right."
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