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Static Test for Sewer Lines: Pressure Test for Domestic Lines:

CES noted a vertical crack in the brick veneer. This crack was deemed to be a thermal crack due to the lack of an expansion joint in the brick. Expansion joints are required in the exterior brick veneer every 20 feet for every 40 foot of length. To better understand this phenomena, the following has

CES noted a crack in the corner of the foundation which is a standard phenomenon called “Shear Corner Cracks”. Cracks can often occur at the corners of foundations that typically spall at a 45-degree angle. This type of crack is a common characteristic of concrete and is caused by thermal differentials between the concrete, brick,

In reviewing the structure, CES found the occurrence of hairline cracks in the slab. Based on our observations and analysis, the cracks in this foundation fall under the category of “shrinkage” or “curing” type cracks. Shrinkage cracks are very common in post-tension foundations and do not constitute a structural concern. Shrinkage cracks start at the

Active clay soils are often misunderstood. They expand greatly with the addition of water (swell). When free water available to the clay soils, especially when they are in a dry state, they will expand. When the water is removed or dries up, it does lose some volume due to where the water particles left but

The condition of the drainage about the home can have a large impact on the long-term performance of the structure. If conditions develop where water can stand in areas adjacent to the foundation, it is very likely that this will produce long-term foundation movement. Also, if the soils are allowed to become excessively dry, this