Symptoms of Foundation Problems
A sloping floor can better be described as a floor that sags down in the center. When this happens, you have a structural problem on your hands that needs to be diagnosed by a professional. In addition to sagging, you should also be concerned if you notice these symptoms:
- Interior doors that are jammed or uneven
- Cracks in your interior walls
- Floors that squeak or bounce when you walk on them
Are you noticing these symptoms in your home? Our foundation experts at Yellowstone can help you find the right solution. Schedule a free inspection today.
Why Floors Start to Slope
Usually, floor problems are caused by settling and shifting in your home’s foundation. The soil under it eventually begins to sink under the weight of your home. When this issue becomes severe, the floor beams and joists bend or break, no longer providing adequate support for the floors above them. The beams and joists can also rot because of water damage, causing the same effect.
The Real Dirt on Foundation Problems
Foundation problems happen for four unavoidable reasons: overly dry soil, oversaturated soil, poorly compacted soil, and the type of soil around your home. Each of these, or a combination of these, leads to things like foundation settlement, foundation heave, and a multitude of other symptoms that happen due to structural problems.
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Sagging floors are not something you should ignore. If you have this problem in your home, our team can help. We’ll get to the source of the issue so we can determine the best solution for restoring structural stability to your foundation.