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Entries Tagged as 'Foundation Issues'

Is Your Slab Foundation Supported Properly?

February 15th, 2008 · No Comments

The slab foundation of your home must be supported properly to prevent the slab from cracking.  Clearly that’s not the case here!

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Tags: Foundation Issues · Structural Issues

Where Are The Drain Holes?

February 9th, 2008 · No Comments

Large poured concrete retaining walls need to have drain holes at the base of the wall to relieve the hydrostatic pressure (watter pressure) behind the wall.  In many cases the retaining wall builder fails to add this much needed component. 

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Tags: Foundation Issues · Retaining Wall Issues · Things We Look For In New Construction Inspections