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slab foundation slippage
My home is 25 years old. It was built at a time when code was lacking in this area. I have done some local research and others have used the "caulk bumping" for slippage, with good results. My main question would be more of a "who can do this" question. I am leary of hiring a...- geranuim
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slab foundation slippage
I have a two story home that seems to be slipping off of it's slab foundation. Live on a hill, track home with no sheer walls. Just stucco on wood. Lots of interior cracks. Has anyone heard of caulk bumping the slab foundation? What are the risks/benefits/costs? Can any construction/building...- geranuim
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