A house is a major investment. In order to protect that investment, it is vital that your home has a healthy foundation. Because foundation issues can lead to other structural damage and costly repairs, the team at Quality Foundation Repair recommends having your residential foundation inspected regularly for issues.
Common Foundation Issues in Austin
Most of the homes in Austin are built on pier and beam or slab foundations. The climate in Central Texas provides challenges to both foundation types.For those homes with slab foundations, a slab of concrete placed directly onto the soil, the drier climate and long, hot summers in central Texas can cause moisture shifts in the soil near the outer edges of the home’s foundation.
Pier and beam houses are vulnerable to moisture issues and rotting wood if there is not sufficient drainage under the home. Central Texas is susceptible to flash flooding and seasonally heavy rains, making proper foundation drainage a necessity.
Does My Foundation Need to be Repaired?
Most homeowners dread the shock of needing their foundation repaired. Fortunately, there are some warning signs for homes that are in need of foundation repair.The following checklist will give you an idea of things to look for in your home:
- Uneven external appearance
- Sagging floors
- Cracks in internal or external walls
- Cracks in ceilings
- Doors or windows not opening or closing properly
- Soft spots in floors
- Cracking in floors
- Gaps between the wall and ceiling or floor
- Recent plumbing issues
- Water pooling under your pier and beam foundation