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  "headline": "What We Look For (And What We Don’t): Exterior Systems — Drainage, Siding, and What Can Let Water In",
  "description": "The outside of the home looks pretty—but that’s not what we inspect. Learn how inspectors evaluate drainage, siding, hardscapes, and windows for signs of water intrusion and maintenance issues.",
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  "url": "https://homeinspectionsovercoffee.com/what-we-look-for-and-what-we-dont-exterior-systems-drainage-siding-and-what-can-let-water-in/",
  "datePublished": "2025-06-30",
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