Why Do I Have Cracks in the Bricks on the Outside of my Home
Brick homes are very common, especially in Mobile Alabama. The support and protection they provide from storms, wind, and insects is unparalleled. If your home is experiencing issues with its foundation then the bricks of your home may give you a first warning. A homeowner may actually notice cracks in the each of the bricks or in the mortar holding the bricks in place. It is not uncommon to see stair step cracks running through the mortar or the bricks when a foundation issue has occurred.
Are you noticing stair-step cracks in exterior bricks?
The cracks are many times indicative of extreme settling of your home. Some of the home may be settling faster than others (a well or support structure beneath the home has started sinking into the ground or has become weak for some reason. We have extensive experience with fixing this issue. It is important to get this fixed early so your home doesn’t start having additional issues with the windows, doors, or floors.
Most people assume the worst when they start seeing cracks in their bricks or concrete driveways. It is not always a symptom of something terrible. Could be a result of bad masonry, a bad mortar mix that is deteriorating, or maybe even a poor quality of brick or concrete. A quick inspection can usually let you know what the underlying issue may be. At Coastal Foundation Repair we can come and inspect and let you know what the cause of the cracks are. We offer this as our free inspection. We encourage you to do this soon so as to minimize any further damage to your external masonry walls and or driveways. Call us today to schedule your free foundation inspection.
If you are noticing stair-step cracks then give Coastal Foundation Repair a call today and we can come to your and do a thorough inspection and make a recommendation to what can be done to correct your issues.
