The bottom 3 feet above ground level is concrete foundation.
Ground level wood siding.
A more invasive option is to raise the garage and put in some concrete blocks.
Above ground treated lumber can be used in applications that are easily maintained or replaced can only be used in applications more than 6 from the ground can only be used when the wood has proper ventilation and drainage see more uses for above ground treated lumber.
It s enough to make homeowners feel secure and grounded in their own homes.
No wood comes anywhere close to the ground.
Inspect during different times of the day keep plants and trees away check water drainage adjusting sprinklers adding not burying your siding below the ground s surface with grade shown below.
Keep siding at least 6 above fround level and certainly never bury siding at wall bottoms.
Realize the building code is a set of minimum standards.
You just barely pass.
Mike the building code here in the usa used to say that wood siding must be 6 inches above grade.
Wood siding is a popular option for home exteriors because of its timeless classic look.
For comparison my 1998 home is in need of new siding because of the sawdust weyerhaueser siding.
Wood is also biodegradable so it s one way to lead a green lifestyle.
That means if you place the siding 6 inches above the ground you get a 70 percent on the test.
Keep it up the 10 inches like the vinyl.
Building siding ground clearance distance specifications codes.
If the adjacent ground is concrete such as part of a patio or a sidewalk it still requires the same clearance as bare earth.
The ground should be dug lower so it s not touching the siding anymore.
Many homeowners save from installation costs by installing their own wood siding.
Wood siding stucco vinyl brick all siding should ideally have at least 6 to 8 inches clearance above the ground.