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Foundation Services
How Does Foundation Settlement Originate?
There are many causes of foundation settlement:
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Poor Drainage
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High Moisture Content
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Rising Water Tables
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Consolidation of Soils
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Insufficient Compaction During Building Process
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Root Systems from Tree and Other Vegetation
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Foundations Built Partially on Bedrock and On Soil
Symptoms of Foundation Settlement:
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Brick Cracks
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Stair Step Cracks in Block
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Diagonal Drywall Cracks
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Misaligned Windows and Doors
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Sagging Floors
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Gaps Between Walls and Floors
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Cracked Floors and Tile
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Separation of Trim and Moldings
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Bowing or tilting basement walls
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