Signs That Water Is Damaging Your Foundation

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Water damage is never fun or cheap. Whether leaking, flooring, or just standing rain water was the culprit, water can easily do hundreds of dollars' worth of damage around your home. The foundation is one of the more important aspects of your home, as it is what makes a home structurally sound. Without a foundation, your home would just collapse. This is why it is vital to keep your foundation protected and to know how to spot signs that it has taken on water damage.

Faulty Doorframes and Sagging Floors

A sign that water is causing damage to your foundation is a doorframe that doesn't allow the door to open or that sticks when it closes. This can mean the frames are changing in shape due to water. If your floor starts to become uneven and the floor is either popping up or sagging down, this could also be a sign that the foundation has started to take on water damage.

Water in the Crawlspace

You probably don't often go into the crawlspace of your home, but it's a good idea to check it periodically for busted pipes, dead animals, and other problems. Water in the crawlspace is a sign that the foundation is being damaged due to a buildup of moisture beneath the house. There can also be an unpleasant smell in the home.

Slimy Patches and Damp Soil

If the soil around the foundation of your home is wet most of the time, then you should check to see if that water is going into the foundation. Look for water that pools near the foundation, and if you see mold or slime on the side of the home then you have a foundation issue. If you find that there is a development of mold, you should get it treated right away as it can be a danger to your health. Water standing beneath your house is the perfect environment for mold to thrive and start to infiltrate your home.

Over time, the water damage to your foundation will continue to get worse. If you catch it soon enough, you can limit how much fixing the damage is going to cost you. Fortunately, most of the signs water has damaged the foundation of your home are fairly obvious. The key is to not waste any time and to call a professional once you know the damage is there. As worried as you might be about the bill, the overall price of the bill will go up dramatically the longer you wait to make that phone call. Consider a company like Servpro Of South Elkhart Co for all your water restoration needs.


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