Causes of Corrosion Problems
One common factor when the concrete stem wall is failing is having flowers or any type of plant right next to the house's wall because the excess irrigation will cause the stem wall to fail and the foundation to have foundation heave problems.
Symptoms of Stem Wall Problems: Flaking Paint
Flaking paint is a very common symptom when the stem wall is failing, but it is the most confused too since most people blame sunlight and other environmental factors.
Symptoms of Stem Wall Problems: Spalling Concrete
Spalling concrete is the last and the worst of all the stem wall symptoms because when the stem wall gets to this point, it means that most of the stem wall components will need to get replaced.