Do you see the warning signs of foundation settlement around your home?  These signs should alert you of hazards. Schedule a free inspection of your home before it’s too late!

1.    Exterior Wall Cracks

Stair-step cracking is one of the most common signs of foundation settlement in homes built on slabs. The cracks can become very wide, and indicate there is a settlement issue.

2.    Leaning Chimneys

When settlement occurs, chimneys can sometimes separate from the home, especially if they are built on a separate foundation.

3.    Sagging Floors

If you have doors or windows that tend to stick when you open or close them, or have cracks in the interior walls and gaps around door frames, then your floors are probably beginning to slope or sag. This is mostly caused by weakened floor joists and girders underneath your home. Get this inspected before your floor stops supporting the weight of your home!

4.    Interior Wall Cracks

Drywall cracks and sticking doors and windows inside your home are definite clues that your foundation is beginning to settle.

5.    Tripping Hazards

Cracks in your concrete slab or driveway are signs of settlement that often go unnoticed. When soil underneath your home gets wet it will hold onto the water and expand in size, and when the soil dries, it shrinks. These changes in the soil can cause your foundation to crack, sink, or settle.

Ignoring these signs can only lead to bigger issues in the future. Your home value will only continue to decrease as the home ages and the problems become worse. Feel safe and comfortable in your home by knowing that your foundation is strong and in place!

Call Lowcountry Basement Systems for a free inspection of your home!