by DWarren | Oct 26, 2023 | Home Buyers, Home Inspections, Home Structural Components
Discovering Your Home’s Property Lines: An In-Depth Guide for Homeowners One of the fundamental aspects of owning a home is gaining a clear understanding of your property lines. Having precise knowledge of your land’s boundaries is crucial to maximize your...
by HomeGauge | Aug 31, 2021 | Community, Foundation and Piers, Home Safety, Home Structural Components
Structural problems in your home are unsafe and can cost you thousands in repair bills. Be vigilant by checking for signs of structural problems. Here are some ways to spot structural issues in your home. Cracks on Interior Walls and Ceilings are Signs of Structural...
by AWP | Feb 3, 2017 | Foundation and Piers, Home Structural Components
Foundation systems have other members besides the perimeter foundation wall. In your basement or crawlspace, look for posts and concrete supports, or piers. Posts should stand straight and be firmly installed underneath the girder or support beams. At the bottom of...
by AWP | Dec 18, 2016 | Foundation and Piers, Home Structural Components
Settlement Foundation Cracking Issue Differential Settlement Caused by Variable Soil Types Cracks should always be evaluated to determine their cause and whether corrective action is required. Look for signs of movement. A clean crack indicates recent movement; a...
by AWP | Nov 1, 2016 | Foundation and Piers, Home Structural Components
All concrete block foundations should be inspected for problems associated with settlement. Although serious settlement problems are relatively uncommon, uneven settlement can be a major structural problem in residential buildings. Indications of settlement are...
by AWP | Sep 27, 2016 | Home Structural Components
Foundation cracks, which are signs of foundation damage, can mean very different things depending on the material from which a foundation is made, the location, size, and shape of the foundation crack, and other site observations. How to Diagnose the significance of...
