EXTERIOR FOUNDATION CRACKS
Exterior foundation cracks are one of the most obvious signs of a foundation issue. In the event that you see exterior foundation cracks, it could imply that your house is in an unfortunate situation. Our Charleston team is prepared to investigate your home and give a free assessment to repair the exterior cracks in your foundation.
Not certain if those cracks in your foundation are severe? Figure out how to understand them.
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF EXTERIOR FOUNDATION CRACKS?
Horizontal cracks are the most serious because they imply that your foundation has been harmed by poor soil or improper development. These cracks run sideways through your outside walls and show that you have bowing walls. Cool temperatures can likewise cause outside horizontal cracks if there is a lot of rain that quickly freezes. The water can swell in the dirt and put weight on the foundation wall.
Vertical cracks are just as serious, and they can require immediate foundation repair. Your foundation walls will sometimes crack vertically as the foundation settles and sinks after building. Many vertical cracks on two adjoining walls could mean your foundation is unstable and requires immediate attention.
Diagonal cracks will sometimes be more extensive on one side than the other and are frequently caused when the foundation is settling. Your foundation may settle unevenly because of expansive soil that shifts or makes one side of the foundation sink. Diagonal outside foundation cracks likewise happen when a house is settling on a slope and one side is higher than the other.
HOW CAN EXTERIOR FOUNDATION CRACKS BE FIXED?
There are numerous answers for fixing outside foundation cracks. It's essential to catch the cracks early and get a contractor’s assessment as quickly as possible. CNT Foundations in Charleston knows how essential it is for your home to have a sound foundation. Call our team at 877-958-9150 today to plan a free assessment with our foundation experts.
