Not All Foundation Cracks Are The Same
Depending on the size, direction, and severity of your foundation crack, it may be a normal effect of the foundation settling. That being said, it never hurts to get it checked out.
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When Should I Call a Foundation Expert?
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You should call an expert If you find one or more of the following:
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Horizontal/ Diagonal Cracks
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A Growing Crack
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A Crack Allowing Water through
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Interior Wall Cracks
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Noticeable Dips in the Floor
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Crumbling Foundation
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Bowing (Curving) Exterior Walls
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Tell-Tale Signs of a Foundation Crack
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Wet Carpets
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Water Stains on that Wall or Ceiling
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Wet Baseboards
​​Remember, a majority of the time a leak is not in the same area as the damage you are seeing. Hiring a professional foundation repair contractor with the right tools is the only way to accurately determine the source of the problem.