Leann C wrote:We live in a 1920's bungalow in the Highlands and we've begun to notice that the house seems to be settling or sinking....so much so that we're starting to see stress cracks in walls and the hardwood floors are doing some odd things.
We know that the cause is probably water getting to the foundation....so new gutters etc. are on the way. However, we think we're probably going to need to get the place propped back up (if that's even possible).
Has anyone else ever encountered this? Any recommendations on a good foundation person? This is a whole new area for us.
Thanks!
It can be done and probably should be. It will only get worse. Two companies that I know of are Olshan and Dwyer. Both should be in the phone book. This is expensive. Have a stiff drink before they give you the estimate. Do NOT get this fixed on the cheap. There is no cheap way.
It is possible that the sill plate (the wood on top of the foundation) is collapsed due to water or termite damage. This can be repaired and much less expensive.
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