Gaps in windows

If you feel you may have a blocked drain, contact us to assess and repair the foundation problem. If you are unable to identify the cause of the problem, it is highly suggested that you hire a professional before the foundation of your home is further compromised.

Gaps In Windows. Do I have a Foundation Problem? What Causes Gaps In Windows Stress on the foundation can crack or cause the concrete slab to slope, which can strain the framing of doors and windows. Contact us today to schedule your FREE estimate. Free Estimate Click here to learn more about Gaps in Windows.

Searching for horizontal cracks in the actual foundation is the obvious first step. A horizontal crack is a sign of too much water pressure building up behind the foundation. Cracks around the window frames can be a sign of foundation problems.

These cracks can be seen along the top and sides of the frame. Cracks can range from long and jagged to many hairline cracks a few centimeters apart. Other signs can be that windows do not sit flush with the frame when closed, this would suggest the frame has been warped by movement in the foundation.

Stress on the foundation can crack or cause the concrete slab to slope, which can strain the framing of doors and windows. Water is typically the cause of such problems. Make sure to confirm this theory by checking on other potential problem areas, such as the HVAC system itself, and your doors. If these areas are secure and in good shape, start checking the windows. A good way to search for cracks is to use smoke. Instead, pick up some incense sticks, or dig through that box of tie-dyed shirts and psychedelic records to see if you have any incense sticks in there.

Head down to the hardware store and check out some of these options for combating the presence of unwanted air in your home. Caulk is relatively inexpensive, can be found in any department or hardware store, and is the perfect sealant for anyone who can pull a plastic nozzle in a straight line—which is probably most of us. Unfortunately, caulk is also messy, susceptible to mold, and only lasts for a few years, if that.

Caulk can be applied on the inside or outside of the window, or both, depending on the location of and how large the leak is. Weatherstrips are as the name suggests strips of material that you can lay on the inside of the frame, and they essentially provide a uniform second surface to cover any gaps, cracks, or leaks.