Causes of Foundation Problems
Imagine being always under pressure. It’s the main problem with your foundation - there are a many different forces acting on it and any of them can cause major problems.
Understanding the pressures that affect your foundation is the first step in knowing the causes of foundation problems.
- Construction Flaws - Even the best-built buildings have some imperfection in their construction. From different mortar mixes to slightly misaligned bricks, even the smallest flaw can affect the strength of your foundation.
- The Ground Around Your Home - The soil outside your foundation is constantly shifting - every time it does, it puts pressure on your foundation.
- Uneven Support Under Your Home - If the earth under your home is just slightly softer or less compact in one spot, it affects how your foundation is supported.
- The House - Your foundation supports your home, and everything in it. It’s a lot of weight and as your home settles it puts a lot of pressure on your foundation.
Many new homeowners make the mistake of assuming that, because their house is new, they are immune from foundation problems. Every home, including brand new houses and even houses that are not finished, can experience severe foundation problems.
New house or old, there are three things every homeowners should know about foundation problems:
- Every crack in a foundation wall is a potential major problem
- If the causes are not corrected, your foundation problems will get worse
- No house or homeowner is immune from foundation problems
The sooner you identify and repair your foundation problem, the easier it will be to fix and the more money you will save.
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