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Signs of Home Foundation Problems
There are several Signs of Foundation Problems to be aware of when looking at cracks within a home in the Newburgh and Evansville, Indiana area as well as Murray, Owensboro, Henderson, Paducah and Hopkinsville, Kentucky areas. When there are issues in a home it is important to have knowledge of the weather patterns. Weather patterns have a direct effect it on the soil. Most companies building homes are aware of the climate and soil they are building on. During construction they should try to ensure that there will not be foundation problems, and the home is built so that it will settle over time.
Settling and foundation issues
Cracks seen around any home in the Newburgh and Evansville, Indiana area as well as Murray, Owensboro, Henderson, Paducah and Hopkinsville, Kentucky areas or in the foundation may not be an issue all the time. Cracks are to be expected in foundations and small cracks are not standardly indicators of serious problems. Prior to assuming a home foundation has issues it is important to review some of the foundation problems.
Signs of foundation issues
Cracks in walls, ceilings, and foundations – typically at a 45-degree angle are signs of foundation issues
Doors and Windows that stick
– Most likely is a sign of foundation shifting
Stair like cracks in Brick – Show signs that the foundation has shifted
Foundation Cracks – These can be signs of foundation shifting or even moisture causing foundation issues
