We've been here 10 years, and I always knew the floors were out of level, walls had shifted. I see no sign of continuing settlement. Only recently I discovered that the foundation blocks in a back corner seem like maybe they were patched or replaced in a stair-step pattern, typical of damage from shifting---maybe? Its more an issue now since we want to put an addition against that back wall, and worry that maybe digging a new foundation might open a new can of worms--what do you think?
2007-12-15 02:38:18 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I would consult with a structural engineer and get their opinion and recommendations. I would not think it uncommon to have settlement in a house that old and it is possible that in the next 85 years there will not be any further settlement. There is probably very few, if any, homes that have not settled at all.
2007-12-15 03:07:37 · answer #1 · answered by Jake S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1" in 85 Yr.s is not a cause for concern.
The new foundation, or any additional load
should be evaluated though.
2007-12-15 10:16:07 · answer #2 · answered by Irv S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not likely if its only setteled 1 inch in 10 yrs,
the cement is stronger now days than back then, so a new foundation for the add on would be great
2007-12-15 03:21:01 · answer #3 · answered by William B 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋