New Houses: Spotting Foundation Issues

For homeowners who believe their home may have foundation issues, prompt attention from a trustworthy foundation and waterproofing repair company is best.

Buying a new home is an exciting process, but it can also be stressful. Prospective buyers need to look for any foundation issues before buying a home. 

Foundation problems don’t always have to be deal breakers. Awareness allows the buyer to negotiate for a better price; once purchased, they can call a reputable foundation repair company for an inspection and repair options.

Below are just some of the common foundation problems home buyers face. Remember, while tiny cracks or even leaks seem insignificant, they could very well turn into more significant issues. Taking care of these issues upfront helps save money. 

Common foundation issues include:

• Brick or foundation cracks

• Cracks in drywall, ceiling, and floors

• Gaps around windows or doors

• Sagging floors

• Bowed walls

• Moisture in the basement or crawlspace

• Mold

• Stair-step cracks in interior or exterior walls

• Stuck windows and doors

• Water damage

• Leaning chimneys

• Stair-step cracks on exterior walls

For homeowners who believe their home may have foundation issues, prompt attention from a trustworthy foundation and waterproofing repair company is best.

Accurate Builders of the Chesapeake provide foundation, basement, and crawlspace installation and repair for the greater Baltimore area homeowners.