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Hi Dan, I own a single story house that is about 10 years old and i have recently noticed a crack in the brick on the outside of my home. The crack runs from the very top all the way to the bottom. It is about a 1/4" to 3/4" of an inch at the top and about an 1/8" at the bottom. What do you think caused this and what can i do to repair this? The house sits on a concrete slab in the Texas Hill Country.
Please Help,
Jerry
Jerry, the cause is settling or movement in the footing. I will bet you have ads on TV for foundation lifting. We have several here, no particular recommendation, but names like ram jack, perma jack, etc.
Clay soils, not letting footings settle, etc are all contributing factors.
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Dan Griffin
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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.
Experience
I have over 20 years experience as a commercial carpenter and commercial construction superintendent. I have another 20 years experience in facility management for a major school district.
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My favorite hobby for he past 12 years has been singing bass in a The OkChorale men's barbershop chorus and the Mature Moments quartet.
Education/Credentials
I hold a Bachelor's degree in English and Math. I have completed many continuing education hours in the building trades. I hold a Master Carpenter card from the AGC, Associated General Contractors.
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