If your home is experiencing foundation issues, you probably have a lot of questions. We at ProCare Restoration have decades of experience in foundation repair and we hear a lot of misconceptions and questions about foundation. Based on our extensive knowledge, here is what you need to know about foundation.
Soil is a big factor in foundation issues
Many of our customers think that the foundation itself is the problem, but this is not the case. The soil beneath your foundation is what can lead to damage and cracks. Soil shifts over time, which consequently shifts your home’s foundation.
Water is the main contributor to foundation damage
Just as soil is a big factor, water is the main factor when it comes to foundation damage. This is because increased moisture or flooding causes the soil under your foundation to shift more rapidly, causing damage to the foundation.
Cracks don’t indicate where the problem is
Cracks can vary in size and will occur in buildings where the foundation has shifted. They are not, however, indicators of where the damage has occurred. The crack is like a hinge or relief point for foundation movement, but the damage can be in a completely different area because of this.
There are many indicators of foundation damage
Oftentimes people miss the fact their foundation is damaged until they see actual cracks in it. However, there are many indicators of foundation damage. Some of these indicators include gaps in doors and windows, a musty smell, uneven floors, mildew in crawl spaces, ceiling gaps, and more. Make sure you know the signs so you can prevent further damage!
Foundation damage should be repaired as soon as possible
No matter what signs of foundation damage you see or what the causes were, it is imperative that you get your foundation repaired as soon as you discover it is damaged. Otherwise, the problem will only worsen, lowering your home’s value and causing serious structural issues.
If you have foundation damage or suspect you do, schedule an appointment with ProCare Restoration for an estimate or repair. Our decades of knowledge and experience make us the best foundation repair technicians in the Chicagoland area!
