Top 5 Signs of Summer Foundation Damage–and What to Do Next

Foundation Problems This Summer? | Warning Signs to Watch For…

Sticking doors, wall cracks, or sagging floors? Learn the top summer warning signs of foundation damage and when to call the pros in Dublin and surrounding areas.

Summer Heat Can Crack More Than Just the Sidewalk

At Able Basement and Structural Solutions, we know summer in Central Ohio means more than sunshine—it means shifting soil, sudden rainstorms, and rising risk for foundation problems.

Hot weather and dry spells can cause soil shrinkage, while heavy downpours can create hydrostatic pressure against your foundation walls. When ignored, these seasonal stressors lead to permanent structural damage.

Don’t wait for disaster. Know what to look for.

1. Sticking Doors or Windows

If your doors or windows suddenly don’t open or close easily, your foundation may be settling unevenly. As the foundation shifts, it pulls and twists the frame of your home—causing misalignments you can feel.

Pro tip: Check if doors swing open on their own or if window locks don’t line up. These are early red flags.

2. Cracks in Walls, Ceilings, or Corners

Fine hairline cracks may just be cosmetic—but diagonal cracks, zig-zag cracks, or those wider than a quarter-inch often point to structural damage.

Especially if you see cracks:

• Above doorways or windows

• In your basement or crawlspace

• Near corners of exterior brick or siding

Summer foundation cracks often appear during the driest months when the ground pulls away from your home.

3. Sagging or Uneven Floors

Are your floors sloping or bouncing as you walk? This could mean foundation settlement or pier/post failure—especially in older homes or homes with crawlspaces.

Summer heat may dry out support piers or cause shifting soil to let your floor drop.

4. Water Pooling Near Your Foundation

After summer storms, is water puddling near the foundation instead of draining away?

You may have:

• Poor yard grading

• Clogged or broken gutters

• Downspouts dumping too close to your home

This leads to foundation drainage problems and hydrostatic pressure, which can bow or crack your foundation walls.

5. Water Pooling Near Your Foundation

Take a walk around your home. Do you see:

• Gaps between the ground and the concrete?

• Dry, crumbling soil pulling away from the foundation?

That’s a classic sign of soil shrinkage around home foundations during drought. These voids lead to foundation settlement in summer.

What To Do If You Notice These Signs

The sooner you act, the more affordable the fix.

At Able Basement and Structural Solutions, we offer:

• Free foundation inspections

• Proven systems to stabilize and lift your foundation

• Solutions for basement wall repair, crack sealing, and structural reinforcement

We serve homeowners across Dublin, Marysville, Powell, Plain City, Westerville, and all of Central Ohio.

Why Choose Us?

• We’re locally trusted, BBB A+ rated

• We know Central Ohio soil conditions

• We offer honest answers—no scare tactics

• We treat your home like our own“We lift you up.”

Call ABLE Basement and Structural Solutions today. We lift you up—so your home stays solid, season after season.

📞 (614) 899-8880 or Book Online today!