Foundation Settlement
Signs of Foundation Failure
Inside of the House
- Cracks in drywall
- Doors and windows that stick
- Cracks in floors and tile
- Misaligned doors and windows
Outside of the House
- Gaps around doors and windows
- Cracks in foundation
- Stair step cracks in brick walls
- Fascia board pulling away
- Chimneys tilting or pulling away
Garage
- Separation from door
- Walls rotating out
- Stair step cracks in brick walls
Basement of House
- Walls leaning in or out
- Cracks in the poured or block walls
- Water leakage at base of walls
Causes of Foundation Failure
Evaporation
- Hot and dry conditions cause soil to shrink
Transpiration
- Tree roots dehydrate soil, causing soil shrinkage and settlement of your home’s footing/slabs.
Drainage
- Improper drainage causes increased hydraulic pressure in basement walls.
Poor Building Site Preparation
- Improperly compacted fill soil causes construction problems.
Poor Soil Conditions
- Expansive clay soil and organic debris cause contraction and expansion of the soil. These conditions contribute to structural failure.
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