Concerned you may have foundation issues? Below is a short list of issues you may be seeing that point to foundation movement and drainage concerns.
Keep in mind that the size, type, and number of signs can point to different issues. An evaluator will consider them carefully and explain what they mean. If you’re experiencing any of these concerns,
contact us today. We are experienced with foundation issues in commercial, multi-unit, and residential properties.
With over 20 years of experience, Straight Line Foundation Repair & Drainage, LLC serves Fort Worth, Dallas, Abilene, and communities across North Texas.
Cracks in Walls
Cracks may appear in the sheetrock as compression or separation fractures, depending on how the house is moving. Wrinkles can also form in wallpaper, and gaps may appear at moldings or in corners.
Uneven Doors
As the foundation shifts, walls and roof lines can shift as well, causing doors to stick or separate around the seams. Correcting the underlying problem will often address this unevenness or displacement.
Sloping or Shifting Floors
As a problem increases in severity, noticeable sloping may occur along with visible cracks in concrete and “bouncy” or “soft” floors in a pier-and-beam home.
Windows That Stick
As the home’s frame shifts with a settling foundation, windows may become difficult to open, stick, or develop separations around the framing.
Frieze Board and Fascia Board Separation
Because the roof line is directly affected by foundation settlement, frieze boards may separate in the corners and fascia boards may pull away under pressure from the brick.
Cracks, Separation, or Settling in Sidewalks, Porches, and Patios
Sidewalks, porches, and patios are often poured with less steel than a house foundation and lack the same supports. They may show signs of a possible foundation problem first and can indicate the amount of clay in the surrounding soil.
