Homeowner reached out to us after noticing a few signs of a potential foundation problem. These signs included:
- Interior drywall cracks
- Exterior cracks in brickwork
- Unlevel floors
An initial Level A Foundation Inspection determined a Forensic Engineered Report (Level B Foundation Inspection) was necessary to determine the root cause of the signs of stress / potential foundation problem.
After examining the home and performing the manometer survey, Arizona Foundation Solutions believes the home could be experiencing foundation settlement at the west, northwest and southwest portions of the home as shown by the damage ( aka Signs of Stress) and lower readings on the Topographical Map. The drop off in floor elevations on the topographical map is consistent with a foundation settlement pattern. Settlement can be caused by one or any combination of many factors including sub-grade saturation of moisture due to poor drainage, years of storm runoff, plumbing leaks, improper compaction, the lack of a proper foundation system, and/or (in most cases) natural earth movement.
AZFS believes the home could be experiencing minor foundation settlement at the south, east and southeastern portions of the home as shown by the lower readings on the Topographical Map.
Cracks in Brickwork
Cracks in exterior brick or blockwork (like the one shown here) may be a symptom of foundation movement.
Horizontal Interior Wall Cracks
Horizontal interior drywall cracks may be a sign of a foundation problem.
Vertical Interior Wall Cracks
Vertical interior drywall cracks may be a sign of a foundation problem or foundation movement.
Topographical Map
The topographical map indicates the floors of this Show Low, AZ home are unlevel. We believe the home's foundation is experiencing foundation settlement.
Foundation Underpinning - Mid Repair
30 of the Supportworks Push Piers were installed to address the settlement issue. Additionally, 16 Smart Jacks were also installed.
Foundation Repair
Underpinning the foundation of this Show Low, AZ home wll address the foundation settlement.