Floors Separating from Walls:
One of the signs that you may have a foundation settlement problem, is when your baseboard trim is pulling away from your floor. A home settlement issue is caused when the soil beneath the foundation changes and shifts. When soil becomes too wet, it will heave and swell. When soil becomes too dry, it shrinks.
Stucco that is constantly exposed to moisture can weaken over time. Look for signs of water damage such as staining, peeling paint, or mold growth, as these could indicate that water is seeping behind the stucco and causing damage to the underlying structure.
Water can cause wood to rot, metal to rust, and concrete to degrade, leading to separation between floors and walls.
THIS IS WHAT STUCCO FAILURE LOOKS LIKE INSIDE YOUR HOME!
Look for:
Gaps under baseboard where it should meet the floor
Drywall cracking at corners
Insects
Draftiness
Musty Smell
You’ll need a professional to inspect, shore up, replace, and/or refinish the damaged flooring.
Leaving this damage unaddressed can lead to rotting and other problems like mold and mildew growth, rotting the wood structures, and damage to insulation; all of which become more costly as the damage spreads.
TAKE ACTION AND CALL PHILLY STUCCO NOW FOR A PROFESSIONAL REFERRAL AND BEGIN YOUR HOME’S HEALING PROCESS!