Foundation Repair
One of the most costly and significant mishaps that can happen to your home is foundation damage. An unsettled base, a few cracks or weak concrete can eventually lead up to extensive and expensive repairs. Following are some of the most common factors that can affect the foundation of your home.
Over-watering
Over-watering can happen in two ways. Excessive rain, and you watering the lawn and then the rain drenching it after a few hours. Excess water can make the soil expand. This adds pressure on the foundation that causes damage to the concrete. It is always better to water your lawn after checking the weather conditions.
Seasonal conditions
Weather changing dramatically, from wet to dry or dry to wet, can cause the soil underneath the home to swell and shrivel. This may cause extreme damage. An example is the dramatic seasonal change in the Midwest.
Plumbing leaks
A sizable plumbing leak can cause the water to seep into the soil around your house and cause damage. It can even cause the foundation to shift. A leak in the main line or the sanitary sewer is hard to detect. Usually, it is detected only after the homeowners notice visible structural issues.
Unprepared ground
It is essential to prepare the ground properly before laying the foundation for your home. A foundation needs a dependable and solid topsoil to support the home structure. A poor topsoil layer can cause damage to the home in the future.
Poor drainage
A home that does not have gutters or has downspouts that do not point in the right direction can create oversaturation of the soil, resulting in an unstable foundation. Improper drainage is one of the most common cause for foundation failure.
Landscape invasion
Beautiful landscaping is essential for a home, to increase curb appeal and to increase the property value. However, it is essential to plant trees and large bushes, at least, five feet away from the structure. Overgrowth and transpiration of tree roots can cause the soil beneath the home to dehydrate and shrivel, which will cause damage to the structure.
Improper construction
If the foundation is constructed with substandard concrete and insufficient steel, it will cause the structure to weaken and shift, in the future. It is very important to stick to proper building codes while constructing your home.
Poor soil conditions (expansive clay soils), improper construction of a swimming pool that results in water seeping into the soil, and improper home renovations are some of the other factors that can affect the foundation of your home, which can, in turn, lead to an expensive repair job.
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