Problem Signs

It’s easy to dismiss minor cracks, uneven floors, or damp corners as mere nuisances, but these seemingly innocent symptoms can be indicative of larger underlying issues. Ignoring these early signs might lead to escalating problems and higher costs over time. Learn more about these symptoms and assess whether your property is at risk.

Foundation Repair Problem Signs

  • Cracks in a home's exterior foundation wall are a sign of foundation and waterproofing problems

    Exterior Foundation Wall Cracks

  • A stair-step exterior wall crack in a home's foundation

    Basement Wall Cracks and Stair-Step Cracks in Brick & Concrete Block Walls

  • A tilting chimney detaching from a home's exterior due to foundation or waterproofing issues

    Leaning Chimney

  • Sagging floor within a home

    Sagging Floors

  • A man dealing with a stuck or jamming window in his home

    Stuck or Jamming Windows and Doors

  • Uneven foundation settlement causing a crack on outside of home

    Uneven Foundation Settlement

  • Bowing basement walls

    Bowing Basement Walls

  • A diagonal drywall crack by a door frame

    Drywall Cracks at Door and Window Corners

Crawl Space Encapsulation Problem Signs

  • Moisture accumulated on a window and window sill

    Humidity in the Home

  • A major crack in a home's exterior foundation wall; a sign of foundation and waterproofing problems

    Cracked Foundation

  • Condensation on an HVAC system in a crawl space

    Humidity in Crawl Space

  • Insulation falling from a crawl space due to moisture

    Damp Crawl Space Insulation

  • Mold growing on a subfloor in a crawl space

    Dealing with Mold Infestation in Crawl Spaces

  • Sagging floor within a home

    Sagging Floors & Structural Damage

  • Damage from termites, rodents and other pests

    Termites, Rodents & Other Pests

  • Standing water in a crawl space

    Water in Crawl Space

  • Rotten floor joists

    Wood Rot in Floor Joists

Basement Waterproofing Problem Signs

  • Basement wall showing signs of water staining

    Water Stains and Moisture in Basement

  • A section of wall that has bubbling paint and discoloration from water damage

    Water Damaged Drywall

  • A basement with signs of flooding on the floor

    Flooded Basement After Heavy Rain

  • Cracked subfloor from water damage

    Basement Floor Cracks

  • Basement joists showing signs of mold

    Basement Mold

  • A man's hand fitting inside a foundation wall crack of a home

    Cracks in Basement Walls and Floors

  • Humidity meter reading high in a basement

    Damp, Humid Air in the Basement

  • Signs of water damage on a basement wall

    Efflorescence on the Basement Floor or Wall

  • Basement wall showing signs of water staining

    Foundation Cracks and Water Leaking

  • Man plugging his nose after smelling something

    Musty Odors & Earthy Smells

  • Standing water in a home's basement

    Standing Water in Your Basement

  • Signs of termite damage on a piece of wood

    Termite Damage in Basement Wooden Supports

  • Damage from termites, rodents and other pests

    Wood Rot on Framing

Concrete Leveling Problem Signs

  • Visible gaps between the floor and baseboards of a home

    Gaps Between Baseboard and Floors

  • Cracked concrete

    Concrete Is Cracking & Uneven

  • A garage exhibiting signs of moisture damage

    Water Pooling In Your Garage

  • Before and after of porch leveling

    Porch Or Patio Is 'Pulling Away' From Your Home

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