8.30.2012

Stuctral Problems!


Tile Popping Up
I am worried my house might be having issues. It is showing six of the thirteen signs listed below. I have heard this can be costly, good thing I married an accountant and we have the savings, its just not much fun to spend on something like this.

The National Association of Waterproofing and Structural Repair Contractors says you could have foundation problems if you experience any of the following:
 
Sticky or squeaky doors.  
A door sill that separates from the frame.  
Windows that stick. Raise and lower the windows in each room, open and close all doors. Do they fit squarely without binding?  


Crack in Sheetrock
Cracks in interior walls near corners of doors or windows. Look at all the corners of windows and doors, and at joints where walls meet walls, ceilings or doors for signs that they are pulling away from each other. Also look for cracks in a brick fireplace wall.  

Nails Popping Out
Nails popping out of sheetrock or gypsum board. Examine walls and ceilings for evidence that nails may be working themselves loose. 
Curling or separating wallpaper.  
Curling and tearing of existing sheetrock repairs.  
Leaks and cracks in and around the fireplace.  


Caulk Pulling Away
Cracks in the exposed concrete grade beam of the house. Check the exposed concrete at the base of the house for cracks. If there are only small cracks, they may also be nonstructural, but they may also be the first indication of trouble.  
Caulking that pulls away from exterior surfaces.  
Nails popping out of corner frames. 


Cracks in Brick
Obvious cracks in brick and mortar.  
Cracks and uneven elevations in structures attached to patios.
  
After having a professional look at the house the only issue is the crack in the brick. Everything else is the house naturally shifting and can be fixed with a little caulk and paint. Well except the tile, it will nee to be replaced. Total cost $1,500!!! Not bad at all.



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