Tree roots are one of the major reasons for foundation problems and may cause a foundation to crack tilt or shift up and down When a foundation has movement it may cause damage as well as a number of problems with the home ranging from minor cracks up to structural failures depending on how much movement occurs the period of time the movement occurs over and the severity of the Jan 16 32 Signs of foundation problems will eventually show upstairs in the form of uneven floors cracks in the drywall windows and doors that stick cracks in brick veneers etc
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How to Seal Between a Driveway a House Foundation Homes with a concrete driveway that runs from the house foundation can have water issu If the driveway was built with an improper slope the water will run towards the foundation Over time the driveway will crack where it meets the foundation and the water will run into the foundation Signs of Sinkholes And When to Call An Inspector Sinkholes were a hot topic even before a man was swallowed up into a giant sinkhole under his house last week As sinkhole claims rise all over the state of Florida and insurance companies continue to change the way they handle them homeowners have more and more questions about them
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This reminds us that fast changes in temperature can stress out building materials that have to expand and contract like concrete So it s time for a short article about what cracks in your concrete really mean Plus test yourself with our Spot the Problem Puzzler Jul 13 32 Learn to identify when foundation cracks are normal or when foundation cracking is a sign of foundation problems SCRIPT Hi I m Fred Marshal with Advanced Foundation Repair I m
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A vertical crack that is larger at the top than the bottom may indicate the same Upward forces result from soil expansion when moisture levels increase in the earth beneath sidewalks driveways patios and foundations If sidewalks and driveways are cracked and heaved or Home Articles Paving Typical Problems and Issues of a Badly Paved Driveway A paved driveway is designed to be durable clean and convenient to use When the project is installed properly you can expect all of these benefits to be available for years
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Learn to answer the question when are foundation cracks normal or when foundation cracking is a sign of foundation problems Foundations often have cracks Telling meaningful cracks from inconsequential cracks is importantApr 03 32 Your driveway is trying to tell you You need to act now Hairline cracks are common as a driveway ages and weather takes its toll Cracks will
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If you plan to do driveway patching yourself expect to pay about $3 to $5 per square foot about half the cost of hiring a contractor for driveway repair You ll eventually have to replace concrete and asphalt driveways with deep holes numerous holes or large cracks I know of one problem with my foundation the left side is slightly lower due to moisture in the ground but these cracks were new and they had nothing to do with my foundation I wondered what another home inspector would state if they saw those cracks If the inspector was paying attention he would make a statement concerning movement
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Feb 16 32 Signs of foundation problems The effort to determine the exact source can be complicated but you should start by looking for visible cu Jan 16 32 Signs of foundation problems will eventually show upstairs in the form of uneven floors cracks in the drywall windows and doors that stick cracks in brick veneers etc
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I have a big crack right up the right hand side of my concrete front stoop from the bottom step to the top I would say the crack is about 1/4 inch no shifting up/down front/back none of the walls in the basement or the house indicate that there is any kind of foundation or structural problem as far as I can see do you think the crack in the stairs in cause for concern Do ceiling cracks mean I have a foundation problem How do I eliminate reoccurring floor moisture problems Does a crack in my brick mean foundation problems Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Get More Home Improvement Answers from Tom What does a tile crack spanning a room indicate
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But while you may find it acceptable to discover cracks in a 20 year old driveway cracks in a much newer asphalt or concrete driveway can be frustrating By understanding the reasons behind driveway cracks you can take preventive and corrective measures to ensure your paved surface will look like new for as long as possibleAug 24 32 Foundation settlement problems causing cracks and structural issues are common in houses with a concrete slab foundation or that are built with beams and piers Reasons for settlement can include poor construction improperly packed earth under the foundation foundation movement and water related issues such as plumbing leaks
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Solved What to Do About Cracks in a Concrete Driveway Use the size and position of the cracks in your driveway to diagnose its problems and figure out if you ll be able to DIY a fixAug 09 32 Cracks in a foundation wall could let termites into your home or if they get large enough become a structural problem I would say any crack wider than 1/16 inch is a problem
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Does a Crack in a Tile Mean There Is a Foundation Problem Cracked floor tiles aren t cause for immediate panic Although cracks sometimes indicate serious structural issues they re often a symptom of superficial damage To discover the cause of your tile s crack you ll need to carefully inspect the crack s size and pattern If you suspect A cracked floor in a garage doesn t mean that the foundation is settling Know what to look for in your slab and home for foundation problems
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More extreme symptoms of sewer pipe deterioration include foundation issues such as cracks in your foundation slab foundation settlement and in some cases sinkhol If the main line running under your slab develops a leak that goes untreated for a prolonged period of time a void may develop under the foundation or in the yardJan 10 32 Mike Holmes How to recognize a problematic foundation crack and what to do about it Top tip If you can squeeze the edge of a dime into the crack get it checked
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