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~Martha and Jim Polizza: Charlotte, NC
Installed 5 push piers to stabilize 2 bay windows and 1 corner of the home
What Causes Foundation Problems
The foundation is dependent upon the soil that surrounds it to hold the foundation in place. In theory this relationship should stand the test of time, however, the one variable that cannot be controlled is that the soil beneath and around the foundation is constantly changing. This is due to a variety of reasons.
UNSTABLE SOILS
Many clay-rich soils can be defined as “elastic” in nature. In other words, they expand and contract with moisture content. As soils become saturated with water, the clay expands and loses strength. This condition allows the foundation to sink much the same as you would standing in wet mud... read more
POOR DRAINAGE / PLUMBING LEAKS
Improper drainage can cause soil instability by creating localized areas of saturated soils, which softens the soils and allows the foundation to settle. Poor drainage can be due to the localized topography of the area, “French” drains that have become clogged with roots and soil, gutter down spouts... read more
POOR GRADING / COMPACTION
Many homes are built on back-filled soils, which is a common and accepted building practice. However, care must be taken to properly compact the back fill before construction of the foundation. Improperly compacted back fill will slowly consolidate, sometimes over a period of years, which will allow foundation settlement...read more
TREE ROOTS
Many varieties of trees and large shrubs consume vast quantities of water. For example, some experts report that one large pine tree can remove as much as 30 gallons of water from the soil daily. If trees and large shrubs are located in close proximity to the foundation, excessive moisture loss can result...read more