[quote briansd1]Good point ucodegen. I’ve seen houses with planter areas where the dirt gets to the weep screed level. [/quote]
Happens more than than many people think. I have seen several places where a concrete patio is put in that is higher, and covers up the weep screed. What the people who do this don’t realize, is that there will be a small crack between the patio and house at that location due to thermal expansion and contraction. Water will get in and be able to work its way into the wall of the house.

[quote briansd1]Moisture around the house is something to watch for.[/quote]
Yep.. black mold anyone??