There is an overwhelming number of things to consider when buying a home. You want to first find the right location, then make sure the house fits all the needs and wants of your household. Then there’s finding all of these things within your budget, and that might just feel like the start of it.

It’s unlikely, then, that making sure your potential new home has the correct amount of grading or slope is at the top of your list, if you thought of it at all. It is important though. This short video will give you an idea of why it’s important and what the correct amount of grading is.