Why Are My Doors and Windows Sticking?

Do you have a bedroom door or living room window that always sticks? Here’s the bad news: It could be more than an annoyance; it could be a sign of foundation damage. An evaluation from a foundation repair company can help determine if you need foundation repairs.

House Windows Are Stuck, Doors Won’t Close: Foundation Problems?

Things such as poor soil preparation or inadequate draining solutions around a house can lead to house settling. As temperature and soil moisture levels change, the soil under and around your home expands and contracts. The expanding and shrinking of the soil affects your home’s foundation, causing it to shift or settle, affecting everything inside the house as it does.

You might notice doors and windows that no longer close and open the way they are supposed to. They’re getting stuck open. You may see other warning signs such as uneven floors, cracks in drywall, and gaps between the wall and the floor. These indicators are signs it’s time to call for help.

Catching Foundation Problems Early

The reason that paying attention to small issues like stuck windows is so important is because catching foundation problems early is a major way to avoid costly foundation repairs later down the line. The sooner you catch the problem, the easier it will be to fix.

Beyond sticking windows or doors, if you notice any of the following warning signs, contact foundation professionals right away:

• Cracks in exterior brick
• Bowing and bending basement walls
• Cracking interior walls
• Leaning chimney

How to Fix Foundation Settling:

When you call foundation professionals such as Foundation Repair Services, here’s what you can expect — after evaluating your property and identifying concerns, the foundation experts will most likely apply one of the following repair services to your property:

• Helical Pier Underpinning: Installed beneath a settling foundation, this solution provides lasting support and stops any future settling from happening.
• Micropile Underpinning System: For certain soil or loading conditions, micropiles are used to stabilize foundations. This is a common solution in areas such as Asheville, Boone, Blowing Rock, and other mountain communities that are known for rocky terrain.

Does your home bear signs of foundation settling? Have you been noticing sticking doors and wondered what could be the cause? If so, it’s time to contact Foundation Repair Services. Let us help you as soon as possible!