Homeowners have faced many headaches and thousands of dollars in damages to foundations due to severe drought this summer. It is also making it tough for homeowners to sell their existing home with costly foundation repairs. Most home inspections will reveal any foundation damage.
The first signs of foundation issues are cracks in the wall, brick, doors that no longer close properly, and cracks appearing on the floor of your garage and patios. You will also see cracks in your yard since so many communities are restricting water usage and dry weather has caused soil to dry out and shrink and that movement can cause damage to home foundations. You can see a complete list for signs of foundation issues below.
You can take measures to keep the soil around your foundation safe. In dry periods the soil adjacent to the foundation should be watered to maintain constant moisture. Watering the area about 18 to 20 inches away from the foundation can help keep the soil moist and secure. Preventative measures are good but, once the tell-tale signs of trouble are there, it’s important to notify a professional and reputable company like Pro-Select Foundation Repair which has an A+ rating with the BBB.
A foundation repair company like Pro-Select will come out and assess the damage and give you a complete repair plan.
Look for the signs
How can you tell if your home has foundation issues? Here’s what to look for:
Exterior indications:
Doors do not open or close properly
Gaps in corners of fascia trim
Diagonal wall cracks at corners of doors and windows
Gaps between garage door and pavement
Windows that are difficult to open and close
Cracks in house’s exposed grade beam
Cracks in brick and mortar
Interior indications:
Uneven floors
Large cracks in concrete slab
Gaps above kitchen cabinets
Cabinet doors that do not stay shut
Diagonal wall cracks at corners of doors and windows
Curling and tearing of existing Sheetrock repairs
Leaks and cracks in and around fireplace
If you have any of the issues above, Pro-Select Foundation Repair can give you a free initial evaluation and always gives you a Lifetime Transferable Warranty. Call us today! 817-542-0313
