Foundation Repair

These two causes of foundation problems are moisture-related, though the specific ways in which they can damage foundations vary. Evaporation refers to foundation damage caused when excess moisture in the air is absorbed by your home's foundation. Transpiration, on the other hand, occurs when water is absorbed from the ground, such as from soil. Any time water penetrates your home's foundation, this can lead to foundation failure over time.

You may not know it, but you could have a pipe leak somewhere on your property that is releasing large amounts of water into the soil around your home. This could even be coming from your home's drainage systems, such as gutters. When too much water floods the soil and ground around your home, it can cause shifting. As the ground shifts, your house moves with it, causing foundation problems.

Unfortunately, some foundation failures are the direct result of poor construction and/or ground preparation. In these situations, the foundation may not have been built correctly or may have been built with poor quality materials. Furthermore, if the ground and soil around the home wasn't properly prepared before construction, this can lead to sure failure down the road as well.

Finally, overall poor soil conditions can cause ground shifting or weakness in the supporting structure of the home itself. When the soil is not healthy or durable enough for foundation construction, it may need to be replaced. Otherwise, foundation damage can occur quickly.

No matter what caused your home's foundation failure, be sure to keep the professionals at Charlotte Structural LLC in mind for all your repair needs. We're here to help with unrivaled service and quality work.

There are many reasons for foundation failure. Call us today in Charlotte, NC, for a free consultation to show you some simple preventive steps you can take to stop this from happening to you.