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Originally Posted by Jewell
Appreciate your reply. Sounds like this will be a major undertaking. Is there anyway possible that I can take care of / find the root of the problem myself. Sounds like a major financial undertaking. Is it possible to just buy posts and place in strategic areas where the floors are leaning?
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Due to your initial message, I’ve assumed that this problem incorporates both the wooden and concrete portion of your home. If not, then I’d start thinking either rot or pests, if so then read on.
The most serious problem area is the homes foundation, both in terms of indications and repair procedure. You've written a few sentences outlining your problem which is hardly enough to consider a cause or solution.
First you'll have to answer the question of causality before you can proceed with repairs that might otherwise become pointless. There's no way I can answer it from behind my keyboard.
A few questions that may help you answer this are:
How long have you owned the home?
If it's been many years, has this been a gradual or sudden occurrence?
Exactly how much pitch is present?
Are there associated cracks in the foundation?
Is it localized, or does it affect the entire dwelling?
What kind of soil is in your area?
Where’s the water table; are there any aquifers located nearby?
Are there any local mining operations?
Was your home built on a landfill?
As you can see above, someone versed in the mechanics of the soil in your local area should probably be consulted.
After you’re sure there’s no serious soil problem and that your pitch is caused only by normal settling (that’s occurred over many years), you’ll have to lift the wooden structure off the concrete foundation in the affected area, build up the foundation so it's level, and finally lower your home back onto its foundation.
This is no easy task and many things must be considered prior to its undertaking.
Joseph
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