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50 ‘Nightmares’ And ‘Miracles’ Spotted During Structural Inspections (New Pics)
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When was the last time you had your home or business inspected, pandas? Be honest, was it last month, or was it three weeks before you moved into the building nine years ago? We tend to assume that everything is just fine with any structure we enter because well, frankly, the idea of the roof collapsing on top of us or the floor caving in isn’t something most of us want to imagine. But unfortunately, buildings don’t last forever, so to ensure that we’ve chosen a safe space to conduct our business or live our lives, those places need to be inspected every now and then.
And who better to inspect your building than Alpha Structural, Inc.? Alpha Structural is a leader in the engineering and construction of foundation and hillside repairs, and a popular presence on the internet thanks to their social media accounts. Below, we’ve gathered photos from their famous Imgur account, featuring some of the most bizarre and shocking things structural inspectors have discovered while on the job, so we hope you enjoy these pics and remember to always have those inspections done on time.
Keep reading to also find an interview with Ben Reinhart, Vice President of Marketing for Alpha Structural, and be sure to upvote the photos you find most surprising. Then, if you’re interested in checking out Bored Panda’s previous articles featuring Alpha Structural, you can find the most recent ones right here and here!
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#1
"I'm on the edge" - Lady Gaga
Labellesouris 2 years ago
How much did the builder bribe the building inspector with do y'all think??
Laura Bragg 2 years ago
What the heck am I looking at is this in the basement, the Attic, where?
Kerri MacDonald 2 years ago
I meeaaannn, doesn’t everyone have a dark pit of doom in their basements??
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#2
Santa better have insurance.
the vintage macaroon (she/her) 2 years ago
@sarah elizabeth, downvote for comment.
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Octavia Hansen 2 years ago
Looks like the house, since the eave is breaking. A lone standing chimney marks where a house used to be . . . seen this a lot in the South.
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Phyzzi 2 years ago (edited)
I lived in a duplex that had been recently flipped (sorry, "renovated") where, because of a leak that turned out to be the improper installation of a toilet above us, I was checking for roof leaks. In the process, I found that one of the chimneys (fortunately decommissioned at least) was so fragile I was able to disassemble it by hand, literally just pulling bricks off each other. This was in Boston btw.
Zephyr343 2 years ago
Happens all the time in Chicago too, where the mortar just turns to sand. Easiest way to fix is to bring the chimney and flue down to roof level and put a cap over it.
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Anthony winn 2 years ago
And no one is gonna mention the doors being used as a retaining wall in the back?
#3
Still selling for one million dollars…
Paulo Freitas 2 years ago (edited)
Normaly i would say, doesn't mean anything, might just be the mortar cracking and the concrete and bricks or cinderblocks undernieth it are intact ( happens quite a lot in European houses ) but American houses are not tipically built with concrete and bricks right?
Ciara Ann Stone 2 years ago
American houses are built using matches glued together, with foundations so unlevel you'd assume it was done by a 3 year old. And tornadoes swipe the wooden houses in a catastrophic apocalyptic scene where only the concrete foundation is what's leftover from the house. Just don't live in tornado Alley or Dixie Alley (Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, Arkansas, Texas, Missouri, and Kentucky, while also some in North & South Carolina, plus sometimes they appear in the Florida panhandle. These usually happen during the summer into mid September. So yes, our houses have no hope to that. However, this look a foundation problem, perhaps wooden frames in the wall.
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RafCo (he/him) 2 years ago
This was the foundation at the last house i rented. When i moved out the landlord was pissed that i didn't weed the garden so they could put the house on the market. Lady, the house is a tear down. The retaining walls are collapsing and the foundation is cracked. Nobody is going to care that you find a Dandelion in the garden.
Gavin Johnson 2 years ago
It’s getting bigger, more space = more money, buy it now before it gets too expensive!
Alpha Structural is a Los Angeles based leader in foundation repair whose mission is “to engineer and build the most precise, practical and responsible repair for our customer’s property, in conformance with State and Local Building Codes and with their budget in mind, so that they may realize their goals concerning the correction of their property.” It was started by David Tourjé, who had built many custom hillside homes in the 1980s and decided to specialize in foundation and hillside repairs due to the increasing demand.
Alpha Structural has now been going strong for decades, becoming the number one choice for Foundation Engineering and Repair, Landslide Repair, Earthquake and Structural Rehabilitation Contractor in the Los Angeles area. “Our production staff has over 850 years of experience and all of it is hard-core and down-in-the-trenches, not managed from behind a computer,” their website states. “Our in-house engineers and technicians are among the most experienced in all of Southern California. If that’s not enough for you, here are just a few more reasons why you should choose us for all your foundation needs.”
#4
Jenga! Your turn.
RandomHumanBean 2 years ago
its like the quiet place but instead of being silent you have to be perfectly still
AProHomeDamon 2 years ago
You should see some of the pictures I have after 27 years of home inspections. One house actually collapsed 3 days after I inspected it
Stephen Ferris 2 years ago (edited)
Are supports like that common? I live in a modular home from the 70s I believe and supports like that are every ten feet in the crawl space.
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Bonesko 2 years ago
Random question.... Does anyone remember a game like jenga but with strange shapes? Like cubes, and cones and such?
Jyndaru 2 years ago
Bandu?! The one with wooden cones, cubes, a chalice, an egg shape.. I loved that game!
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#5
We were called out to assess a failing deck on an ocean-front home, but the ocean had other plans.
David 2 years ago
Grandma goes to the basement for a jar of pears. Coast guard finds her 40 miles out in the gulf stream, clinging to an old ice chest.
google slave 2 years ago
Yep, that's definitely an oceanfront home alright! And by the end of the day it's an ocean-all-around and inside home.
#6
9 lives just aren’t enough.
For mummification to occur, the body must be exposed to certain conditions, including chemicals, low humidity or a lack of air, which prevent the tissue from decaying.
Crawlspaces can in fact provide just the right mix for a body to mummify. I don't know what to do with this information.
ToGo 2 years ago
For anyone upset at this, and I know it's still sad, but it's highly possible that the cat was ready to go and wanted its privacy. Many cats still have that natural self protection instinct when they know it's their time and choose to go somewhere small and secluded.
LivNLearn 2 years ago
True. Perhaps it is just too easy to anthropomorphize our furry little buddies- what may make their last moments more comfortable in their view makes us uncomfortable as we put ourselves in their place.
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Rachknits 2 years ago
Me too, this is awful, should come with trigger warning
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Imperial Guard 2 years ago
Rest in peace, kitty. I hope your life was full of love and comfort. Just paying my respects
Mickysixxx 2 years ago (edited)
Previous owners: "Yeah, we never did find that stink did we Jeff"
But despite being based in California, Alpha Structural has had an impact on so many people around the world thanks to their hilarious and informative internet presence. With accounts on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Imgur, Alpha Structural has thousands of followers who are eager to view their team’s most shocking finds from inspections and be glad that these things weren’t discovered in their own homes! We’ve been featuring Alpha Structural on Bored Panda for about three years now, and in the past, we’ve been lucky enough to get in touch with them to learn more about their company and the importance of structural inspections.
Alpha Structural previously told Bored Panda, “There are many factors that can affect the repair of a home such as budget constraints, timing, accessibility of workspace, etc. For the most part we would put the responsibility on the contractors that were hired to do the work. Most homeowners are not aware of the repair ‘methods’ used, especially when the work is under the home."
“For example, we’ve seen brick foundations that have been ‘retrofitted’ by bolting the framing to the brick walls. However, this doesn’t serve any purpose as the bricks can’t hold these bolts. Many times the homeowner had no idea that there was any problem performing this type of retrofit on a brick foundation,” they explained. “Without trying to sound cliché, we can say the old maxim, ‘you get what you pay for’ holds true when selecting a contractor to repair, or upgrade your home’s foundation.”
#7
Who else is bummed they missed this party?
Your Local Forza Enthusiast 2 years ago
All hail the overlord of underage drinking, your savior, the party master himself, Lord Pukerton the 3rd of Diaper-On-Bib, Binky Section, England!!!
#8
Jenga but 100x bigger!
Janet Howe 2 years ago
What I find scary is it looks like they still have their outdoor furniture on that deck. "Well, it's still good. Hasn't fallen yet...."
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Ozymandias73 2 years ago
What gets me is that they actually have patio furniture out on that death trap! Yipes!!
#9
At least they placed the concrete on the dirt to avoid termites. 2 out of 10 for the effort.
David 2 years ago
Except the "concrete" is a cinder block which is fairly easy to break. Also placed in the weaker orientation.
We reached out to Alpha Structural about this piece as well, and we were lucky enough to get in touch with Ben Reinhart, the Vice President of Marketing. First, we wanted to hear if there had been any exciting updates since the last time we had spoken with Alpha Structural. "We recently celebrated our 30th anniversary!" Ben shared. "Also, we started servicing Orange County and will soon be expanding to Ventura County as well!"
#10
Interesting brickwork on that chimney you got there.
Tell me you love controlled chaos without telling me you love controlled chaos.
Cassi Lyris 2 years ago
Ok this one's at least intentional and more of a design choice, rather than a catastrophy waiting to happen.
Phyzzi 2 years ago
I don't know, I can clearly see mortar up to a point and then it stops. I wouldn't stand next to that thing in even a mild breeze.
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Your Local Forza Enthusiast 2 years ago
My render distance is all the way up but I'm at 12 FPS, why can't I see the normal bricks? I didn't ask for corrupted ones!
#11
This home was flooded due to a burst pipe. All the water damage and extra pressure it applied to the slab caused a severe crack to form.
You can see it runs across the entire length of the living room.
You can see here the slab has a offset crack, characterized by a height difference on either side of a the crack.
It can be tempting to think that cracks in concrete aren’t a cause for concern, but if they’re affecting your home’s structure, they need to be addressed. Your concrete slab is essential to your home’s structural integrity. A weak foundation can lead to the collapse of interior walls.
Dawn Marie 2 years ago
Duct tape will fix ANYTHING!! Lesson learned from my momma.
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The Chocolate Gecko 2 years ago (edited)
"It can be tempting to think that cracks in concrete aren't concerning" my brother in christ, I have the whole San Andreas fault in my living room
Marcellus II 2 years ago
Consider it a free, well-ventilated basement, that grows along with your needs.
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I don't think all that came from just a burst pipe flood. Some of that could be due to high water table pressure. Pushing up from underneath the slab floor.
N G 2 years ago
I tried stabbing a concrete floor with one of those pens... and the floor didn't crack
#12
Do you see it? Let's zoom in...
Yeah, not scary at all.
tw 72 2 years ago
They are great little animals. They eat all of the bad things!
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Ann Dennis 2 years ago
No no possum...not healthy to be breathing all that fiberglass! Bet you're itchy, too, eh?
Freya the Wanderer 2 years ago
Reminds me of a story my grandmother told me. Grandpa went to open a couch-bed in the basement of their house, and he saw these glowing eyes looking back at him. Fortunately, no harm to him or the opossum.
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Amy Burke 2 years ago
Opossums are good for the environment and great for pest control ... leave them alone
HelluvaHedgehogAlien 2 years ago
Anyone else who sees the grey shadow under its chin as a mouth and think ‘wtf am I seeing’
SirDigbyChickenCaesar 2 years ago
Aww poor little poss covered in all of that itchy fiberglass insulation.
FlatEarf 2 years ago
Not really theh eat chickens, eggs, catfood, and food from your garden.
Load More Replies...We also asked Ben if it's crucial to have a structural inspector take a look at every building we might be living or working in. "When purchasing a property, it’s very important to do your due diligence," he told Bored Panda. "Get all the inspections; you need to make sure that you’re getting what you expect. We’ve heard all sorts of horror stories about people buying homes, waiving contingencies, and then finding out down the line that they have major structural issues."
"Regarding someone who is already the property owner, they don’t necessarily need to get inspections unless they start noticing signs of structural damage," Ben added. "Large, wide cracks, sloping floors, etc. The best thing a property owner can do for their structure is to make sure they have a good drainage system and keep up with regular maintenance. This will go a long way."
#13
Check out this red-tagged home we had the pleasure of visiting this week. No big deal. Just a little movement down the hill.
Jack Harris 2 years ago
-Welcome to OnStar, how may I help you? Me: MY G*DDAMN HOUSE JUST BROKE!
#14
Moisture in your crawlspace is never a good thing as it causes wood to decay. It is also an ideal habitat for mushrooms and mold
Ericthedead 2 years ago (edited)
Crawl spaces are to keep the pfloor from being in direct contact the the ground moisture and with out a basement it’s a place for you to have access to electrical and plumbing of your house.much easier then digging or breaking the foundation to get to your pipes.
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OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago
What you'll find is that people use the materials that are readily available to them to build their houses. So in some areas of the world that is rocks. Some places wood, some places sticks and leaves. Etcetera.
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Chris D'Asta 2 years ago
Do not ever use bleach. It's diluted and the water will produce more mold. Go to the big box hardware shop and get antimicrobial chemicals. Used to work in mold remediation. It can be awful and definitely life-threatening.
Enea 2 years ago
Not American here: Can someone explain where you construct a crawlspace? Is it below the entre house? I always thought these flimsy-looking poles were holding up the deck or something. In central and northern Europe, most houses have basements.
Cindy 2 years ago (edited)
When a house is built here in Louisiana, it will be either on a slab or on pier and beam. Those with pier and beam have a crawlspace underneath. Not many basements in Louisiana. The water table is too high. That's why most graves in South Louisiana is in vaults and not buried. My husband wants a basement on our next house, he says French drain system and lots of waterproofing.
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Cover the ground with plastic and make sure there is proper ventilation. And fix any leaks in the plumbing.
#15
During the storm a tree fell on top of this home. Luckily, no one was seriously injured, though the homeowner was sitting on their couch when their ceiling came crashing down. You can see here how their roof is completely warped from the impact. Inside, the extent of the damage is clearly visible.
P.S. the couch in question is under there somewhere.
Cyber Returns 2 years ago
I bet the Roomba came out, saw that mess and said "Hell no!" and went back into its little hiding place
Lauren S 2 years ago
At least this one doesn’t seem like shoddy construction. It just battled Mother Nature and lost. I think most of us would lose that battle. PS… I just processed that it’s probably not dirt… 😳 is it?
Ela 2 years ago
Insulation from the attic. Maybe something older like rock-wool, which contains asbestos. Yay!
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OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago
PPS the homeowner in question is still on the couch "under there somewhere" 😅
RandomHumanBean 2 years ago (edited)
when i was a baby, a tree crashed into my kitchen and almost hit the room me and my parents were in. then when my brother was a baby, he was under a mantle with a ton of heavy stuff when there was an earthquake. luckily my mom grabbed him and he didnt get hit by anything. we're apparently disaster magnets.
Irish woman abroad 2 years ago
Omg, my anxiety about the massively tall, thin palm tree in the square behind my flat has just increased! The thing is now 4 stories tall and growing, and sways like a mad thing when it's windy. Just hope it's got long, long roots!
Jeremy Crocker 2 years ago
This is my biggest fear. My house is about 10 feet from the woods behind my house and it's full of old tall pines and oaks.
Dustin West 2 years ago
Trees version of a suicide bomber. Probably his close relative that was killed in order to build the house.
Mickeynsync 2 years ago
I would've died because my fight or flight skills never kick in. I'm a stand in place frozen type of gal.
We also asked Ben about any of the wildest things the Alpha Structural team has encountered while on the job. "We come across some crazy stuff. I’d say that one of the most shocking was when one of our assessors found a human skull in the crawl space of a home he was inspecting," he shared. "The skull was complete with a clump of long, black hair and a few chunks of mummified flesh but minus the jawbone. The assessor immediately left the crawl space and notified the police. Surprisingly, when the coroner came, he concluded that the skull was roughly 2,000 years old! It’s suspected that a previous homeowner had found the skull while hiking in Peru in the 1970s and smuggled it back into the country."
#16
For 1 million dollars, would you spend the night in this room?
Settled for Infamy 2 years ago
Silent, motionless, and wearing a helmet, hell yes! In today's economic climate, I'm there for $100k
Rostit . 2 years ago
I doubt it. What would you do for $50? That might be more shocking. ;)
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HelluvaHedgehogAlien 2 years ago
Yes, absolutely. But I need my everything-proof spaceship and insurance…
#17
Here we have a floating post and pier. The room above must be fun for the kids, an in-house bounce house.
Dianellian 2 years ago
If you’re buying a house, always get a proper building inspection. Well worth the several hundred dollars for one of the biggest investments you’ll probably make.
Mickie Shea 2 years ago
Plans specified the post heights. Did not mention a hole in the ground.
google slave 2 years ago
Apparently all you really need is love & a sturdy foundation for your house is completely unnecessary.
#18
I think i've become an animal whisperer. They seem to be following
We were also curious what type of person would make for a great structural inspector. "Being a structural assessor is a much more exciting job than people would expect. You see all types of buildings, some of which have a very rich history. You meet a lot of people who are experiencing various structural/geotechnical issues," Ben told Bored Panda. "We try to help them find a solution for their problem that fits within their budget. I’d recommend someone who has experience with construction and who likes to solve problems and help people."
#19
"I'll take signs you're having foundation issues for $100."
howdylee 2 years ago
that looks like a floating floor. they may have caulked the base trim to the FLOATING floor, the flooring may have contracted do to temperature swings. best case scenario.
Ruth Cromer 2 years ago
Also, could’ve changed the flooring from something thicker to vinyl plank, and didn’t lower the base trim.
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Vic 2 years ago
I could not find the problem here, until I realized that it's a wall not a door
#20
Is it just Los Angeles drivers or does this happen everywhere? At least the driver miraculously just hit the garage and not the rooms where people were sleeping.
Mat Hall 2 years ago
Pretty much. I went on a tour of Boston, Philadelphia, and other "historic" locations in the area, and pretty much everywhere we stopped the tour guide said "...and this is where X stood, but it burned down/collapsed/blew away in a stiff breeze"...
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Paulo Freitas 2 years ago
I can assure you that happens everywhere.... Luckilly there wall a wall on the road and that stopped me from falling on to the roof off a house with my car....
rs_adahl1971 2 years ago
This happens everywhere. Nobody can drive anymore. Plus cars aren't made like they used to be
Ben also added that, "Cracking in drywall/stucco is very common, especially in SoCal. The best thing people can do to mitigate this is make sure that they have a proper drainage system. Don’t let water pool near your foundation. Cracks that are around ¼ of an inch or wider are more concerning. This is a sign that there may be a structural issue."
If you're concerned there might be a structural issue in your home or you'd like to learn more from the experts, be sure to check out Alpha Structural, Inc.'s website right here!
#21
Not one thing in this picture is aligned.
A_Cat_To_The_Past 2 years ago
WHAT IS THE DEAL WITH JENGA AND BAD CONSTRUCTION HAVE I BEEN MISSING SOMETHING?
Ricky Northrup 2 years ago
OK as someone who's worked construction this looks like either the house or more likely the ground around shifted. This happens a lot more than you would think in buildings without a basement
Debby Keir 2 years ago
Who on earth would join the top 2 pieces just under the load bearing cross beam, let alone all the props under.
Whiskey Tango Delicious 2 years ago
Inspecting several homes, built in the 40's, 50's, 60's, this is not uncommon. Before you buy a home, look in the crawl space!
#22
Structural dust.
Welp. Sir, your house is being supported by dust.
Bad Alchemy 2 years ago
They better hope it's fairy dust, because that mess needs some serious magic to stay standing.
Marcus Lynch 2 years ago
Had a "Michigan Basement" in my first house. Just fieldstone held together by 120yo concrete. Turned to dust/sand just like that.
Janet Howe 2 years ago
But, I've seen those stone foundations hold up for 150 years or more. Lots of those foundations in upstate New York. Maybe it makes a difference who does them.
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Helen Bennett 2 years ago
Yep, I have walls like that. And a back yard wall where the sparrows were destroying it by taking vertical dustbaths (dust showers?) until it was mended the other year.
Simon Murray 2 years ago
🎼 I discovered that my castles stand upon pillars of sand, pillars of sand 🎶🎵
Ivan Petrov 2 years ago
Ground is basically structural dust 😆 Maybe if the house wasn't on stilts, it would be better.
Just like our routine check-ups at the doctor to ensure our health is in tip-top shape, regular building inspections can prevent any issues from creeping up on your residence or office space before it’s too late to fix them. According to Build, structural inspections are important to catch any issues that you might have missed when checking out the space. “It’s easy to get carried away with the idea of getting a new place, but the last thing you want to do is pay for a bad property that lacks minor details which turn out to be crucial after the purchase has been made,” Build explains. “If things such as pest infestations, incorrect electrical wiring, or a faulty plumbing system are not addressed as soon as possible, they can become a major source of discomfort or even danger. These minor yet significant details are what professional [building inspectors] look for when conducting inspections. A building inspector will catch details your untrained eye missed.”
#23
A car plowed into the side of this church. We came out to inspect the structural damage, but the most impressive part was that there were no tire marks on the grass. It is completely pristine. How?
Was it a flying car?
Todd Schwier 2 years ago
The picture was taken days or weeks after (notice the bushes are brown and dead) If the car skidded into the church there would still be tire marks in the grass, the car obviously ran into the church without sliding and most likely without hitting the brakes at all. JS
eternal gay panic (they/them) 2 years ago
glad to see im not the only one who thought it!
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#24
Down the hill the fence goes and with it the homeowner’s backyard.
Kate Haslam 2 years ago
That's probably someone else's backyard down there.
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Mistiekim 2 years ago
I thought it was coaster track and wondering which roller coaster it was!
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Robert Rosenthal 2 years ago
This was starting to happen to a friend's place, so we built a deeply anchored retaining wall and all that. A decade later an inspector checked it out and was rather impressed despite our amateur skills. It wasn't pretty or perfect, but it might outlast the house...
LizzieBoredom 2 years ago
If only there were some way to stabilize the ground before we build this fence on a slope.
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Christof Irran 2 years ago (edited)
I dated this woman a long time ago, and she and her neighbors thought it was a good idea to just dump their grass clippings across their back fences and into the ravine. I suggested that this might not be a good idea because too much water might get trapped, leading to hang slides. They looked at me like I were the stupid immigrant that I am. This had gone on for quite some time and eventually, when the winter rains had their say, their back yards and fences looked exactly like the ones in the picture above.
#25
Just waiting on one good shake.
o_o 2 years ago
it is amusing watching you spiral into insanity everytime a jenga post comes up, even more amusing than the posts themselves
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OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago
Hopefully it's all the same picture just taken from different angles 🤞 this can't be so common can it? CAN IT???
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Annita Stephanou 2 years ago
On top of everything else, the exposed wires make the hair on my back stand attention!
Whiskey Tango Delicious 2 years ago
Why is this so documented? It's common! Check your crawl spaces, please!
Having a solid building inspection can also help with your power in negotiations, before you’ve decided whether or not to purchase a space. “With a good inspection, your negotiation stakes are more solid. When making an offer on a property, having a solid understanding of the building’s structural problems and having reports to back up your claims will help you save tens of thousands of dollars,” Build writes.
“A building inspection is one step you never want to overlook. It is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure that your new building is a good investment, and it is critical to do your research before making such a large purchase. The priority of anyone looking to purchase a property should be to seek the advice of a professional building inspector in order to make a proper and well-informed decision.”
#27
This retaining wall needs some serious intervention before it fails.
Oh, too late.
#28
We always like a spacious crawlspace, but, as you can see, the foundation wall at the entrance has begun to deteriorate. There seems to be something growing from inside the wall.
Are you feeling inspired to schedule your next home inspection, pandas? If you’ve got cracks in the wall or you suspect the basement has water damage that could cause problems in the future, now’s the time to get that checked out. We hope you’re enjoying these shocking photos, so keep upvoting all of your favorites. And then if you’re interested in checking out our previous articles featuring Alpha Structural, you can find the most recent ones right here and here!
#29
If my pen fits then I'm concerned.
Day 2 years ago
Is this the only kind of pen that you can stick in concrete cracks? A previous post used the exact same one.
Paulo Freitas 2 years ago
That means nothing, i'v seen very tinny pens and very large pens, if you had put a banana next to the pen, then i might Share you concern, as it is, that might just be a very tinny pen.
matt adore 2 years ago
They are actually the best pens to use for field reports/logs etc. One can easily transition from black to blue to red (each color denoting separate notes) without switching pens. 😁
Whiskey Tango Delicious 2 years ago
Multi color pen for scale. All other mono color pens need not apply.
#30
Sometimes concrete slabs crack due to improper installation procedures. They will need to be inspected by a professional to determine the cause.
Paulo Freitas 2 years ago
Dialation joints, large concrete slabs need dialation joints, concrete like everything else reacts to termodinâmics, if its hot it Will expand, if its cold it Will contract, só you need to put rubber joints on the slab ( x meters apart from eachother, depending on the size of the total área, and Im not a civil engineer, só i don't know how to calculate that ) but those rubber joints Will let the concrete " move " widout cracking.
Izzy Curer 2 years ago
We have cracks in our slab. The inspector said it was fine. He explained that as long as they're less than a quarter of an inch and not offset, it's pretty normal and just what happens to concrete. I asked him why they don't just put seams in the concrete like you see in driveways, but apparently that's not what people do around here. I'm a transplant, so the houses are constructed a bit differently than I'm used to.
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Your Local Forza Enthusiast 2 years ago (edited)
Interesting tile pattern you got going there.
#31
Oh, you think your deck is structurally sound. I dare you to stick a knife in it.
Helen Bennett 2 years ago
Man, I hate it when builders do that and disturb perfectly good solid woodworm frass.
Phil Boswell 2 years ago
I'm assuming that the knife isn't some kind of interesting construction artefact (hey, I read "red-neck engineering", there's some fun stuff ;-) and it shouldn't be possible to stick it in that far?
#32
In nature, wood rot is the natural decomposition process turning fallen logs into nutritious soil.
Sophia Watanabe 2 years ago
Well at least you don’t have to go to the store and buy potting soil for $90
#33
Girders act as the intermediate support for the floor joists. They carry the bulk of the weight above them. They should not be twisting away from the post.
Timbob 2 years ago
Well what do you expect? The spring fell out! That’s your problem right there!
Marilyn Russell 2 years ago
There’s always random springs in crawl spaces.
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Robin Barber 2 years ago
If that blue thing is electrical cables, I would be very very nervous!
Justin Rogers 2 years ago
At least the shim stayed where it was supposed to. I blame the sparkies who ran the cmt
Matthew Rasanen 2 years ago
Timbers that large and thick do not warp like that with such a heavy load on top. That piece was put in place already twisted.
#34
The column looks a little worn, but at least it's not supporting a giant parking garage
Toni Kay 2 years ago
It’s the same business or firm that took all the pics
Load More Replies... Mike Fitzpatrick 2 years ago
Avoid those dammed pens! They always turn up just before disaster strikes. I swear they're like the ravens of the construction world.
Danish Susanne 2 years ago (edited)
But is it supporting anything at all? Or just supposed to?
#35
Next time you're on a deck you should look over the side of it and assess how structurally sound it truly is. It's a favorite party trick! People love it...
Your Local Forza Enthusiast 2 years ago
I've already tried this on my neighbor's deck.He had it professionally installed. He loved it! I would do this trick again, it's a real crowd pleaser.
Heather 2 years ago (edited)
I have been on two decks that have collapsed. One was just a few feet. The other tore completely away from the THIRD STORY wall. The house was on a steep hill and the deck went down the hill. The homeowner secured the deck with NAILS. Not screws, not bolts, but nails.
Green One 2 years ago
I tried it once, the balustrade gave way I ended up face down in a flower bed, AND I spilt my beer :-(
Layna Andersen 2 years ago
My ex put his foot through our deck and nearly broke his leg. Time to replace the deck!
#36
Your house feels a bit slanted? Hmm, I wonder why.
Your Local Forza Enthusiast 2 years ago
Yeah, why is your house so slanted? I just can't figure it out.
Janet Howe 2 years ago
Does every idiot use a small slab of concrete and stack random 2×6s as piers?? Some are laid flat, some are turned on their sides... WTH?
#37
We wouldn't want to be the home directly below.
Mickie Shea 2 years ago
Over here we have a wall that is about to bring forth, just scares of dirt.
Cursedwolf Gaming 2 years ago (edited)
It's going down, I'm yelling TIMBER. You better run, you gonna dieee.
#38
If the structure is in an area accessed by the public, then spalling can be hazardous in terms of falling debris or trip hazards. If left unchecked, then spalling will accelerate and spread so that, eventually, the structure could become unstable.
Edda Kamphues 2 years ago
In one of my previous workplaces, I was advised not to park near a specific wall due to moisture. Everyone feared it would collapse. It was the underground carpark for a major hospital.
Helen Bennett 2 years ago
Yes!!!! I _knew_ spalling was a real word, thank you for this and take that, old geezer who thought I was being weird!
Mike Fitzpatrick 2 years ago
Hey! I'm an old geezer and I resemble that remark. 😜
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Marie Lucero 2 years ago
Isn't this one of the issues the ppl complained about in that apartment building collapse in Florida? Yikes....
#39
Don't underestimate a failing retaining wall. This wall will fall, and the results will not be pretty and will ultimately end up costing more than replacing it at this stage.
David Roughton 2 years ago
One wall overlooking a road on Darrtmoor, UK 🇬🇧 stood for OVER 200 years. Within 20 years of the local prison (who rented the land behind it) building a mini reservoir/pond, the wall collapsed onto the road. Arguments over responsibility for repair between the Prison Service, the local authority, the landowner & National Park Service, caused a delay of 3¹ years before ot got fixed. The repair cost was just over HALF the hire cost for traffic management.
#40
The biggest shim we’ve ever seen.
OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago (edited)
But but that beam is only resting on one tiny edge of the block underneath 😳😱
Mary Mosher 2 years ago
Look at the top ... it ain't resting on ANYTHING.
Load More Replies... Marie Lucero 2 years ago
Don't worry. Neither this post nor the next behind it is touching the beam anyway, so the size//placement of the support doesn't effect it! Yay?
forestferns 2 years ago
that reminds me of a dream i had where i was looking for a body in a place like that. terrifying ngl
Justin Rogers 2 years ago
Not one of those piers is bearing anything, they aren't even touching the beam. Better stack more c**p than will be posted later
#41
Plummer special!
The very handy plumber dug out the foundation to place a pipe and, in the process, undermined an entire row of post and piers.
Amberlie Mikelsen 2 years ago
At least this plumber didn't cut massive holes in all of the floor joists to run the pipes for the entire house (like our former plumber did when he did the initial work) WITHOUT REMOVING ANY OF THE OLD PLUMBING THAT HE WAS SUPPOSED TO BE REPLACING...
Panda-Moan-I-Ummm.... 2 years ago
So sad since these were actually done well until he ruined it
Christian Plummer 2 years ago (edited)
Pardon me sir but that is actually my last name 😅 😂 "Plummer"
Tim Cooper 2 years ago
If you knew anything at all whatsoever about building a house you would know you can drill thru floor joists
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If your home is sitting on a slab foundation, these are the types of cracks you do not want to see. Cracks like the ones above are a clear result of structural issues
OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago
Oh you can just patch and paint and no one will even notice /S
Your Local Forza Enthusiast 2 years ago
All they need is a few things of duct tape and they'll be fine.
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Benjamin Brogan 2 years ago
Slap some plaster on, maybe some paint, advertise, "Newly Renovated"...
Bubbles and sparks 2 years ago (edited)
Our rental house in the Netherlands had a few of those cracks in different places, partly because of an earthquake in 1992 but also due to the fact that in our part, Limburg, there are several lines where tectonic plates move. So we got horizontal and vertical tears in most houses, good thing they are all quite well build concrete houses on strong foundations. I remember that the thick marble tiles were not cracked when I finished the living room, but a few years later I saw a crack, looking up I saw a small crack in the wall that went up all the way to the bedroom...
#43
If you're worried about foundation issues in your home, look out for these common indicators:
-Sloping or sagging floors,
-Visible cracks in ceilings,
-Gaps appearing between walls and floors,
-Walls beginning to lean or bow, or
-Floor cracks appearing.
Kitten Dog Mom 2 years ago
Person with the glove on still has it in their mouth and hasn't stuck it in the crack yet.
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sleepy bean shaped bugcat 2 years ago
does cracking on a concrete floor in an apartment due to cold weather count?
Cursedwolf Gaming 2 years ago
Welp I got all of em... So what should I do? Wrong answers only.
#44
What a great life lesson... even foundation post and piers come in every size.
Cate 2 years ago
This us the umpteenth picture of a crawl space with pillars and utility pipes all over the place. I guess this is the USA? What about foundations, proper walls and floors? Seems mad to me.
Jef Bateman 2 years ago
I think most of these are pictures taken by Alpha Structural, a Southern California firm. All of the pictures I recognize from elsewhere on the internet, anyway, are from there, and the intro mentions them by name. This type of foundation is standard near the ocean to protect from moisture getting into the house. I imagine that they looked OK at first, but repairs were required as the foundation eroded. I helped some people dig out their foundation and restructure it years ago. I can understand the temptation to just find something to fit. The constant shifting of the earth in some places is very hard to keep up with.
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Melanie Blanchard 2 years ago
I know a lot of people who work in construction, and they're all very serious about doing their jobs well. These pictures would give them an ulcer.
#45
Almost every landslide can have multiple causes. Slope movement occurs when forces acting down-slope exceed the strength of the earth materials that compose the slope. These pipe and board builds were not strong enough to hold the earth behind them
#46
The mortar used to hold the river rock together can degrade over time to the point where the rocks will fall out or could easily be pulled out.
If neglected, a distressed river rock foundation not only affects the cosmetic appeal of the home but also puts its residents at great risk.
Depending upon the circumstances, a replacement of some or all the unreinforced foundation may be necessary. Usually, homeowners preferred to “sister” the foundation. This preserves the curb appeal of the home. This option is often less costly than a replacement.
Geoffrey Scott 2 years ago
We have what are called "Michigan basements", essentially foundation walls made from field stone mortared/cemented in place. Kinda like Tetris. Much of our area is heavy clay, and with the freeze/thaw of Michigan winters....
Janet Howe 2 years ago
They never should have used river rock to begin with. They should have used flat stone.
#47
Once the retaining wall is unable to withstand the force behind it, it will come crashing down. Luckily, a retaining wall does not fail without first showing warning signs. Common signs that a wall is slowly failing can include cracking in the wall, bulging of the face of the wall, and tilting. If a retaining wall shows any of these signs, it is likely time to have the wall evaluated.
Mike Fitzpatrick 2 years ago
I would NOT invite this guy over for a barbque, he'd drag out that pen and your whole place would be red tagged!
#48
A car rammed into the side of a bar and took out a supporting column. By the look of it, it was already on its way out.
SealOfDisapproval 2 years ago
But, on the positive side, it revealed the contact card of a junk car buyer!
Brian Dean 2 years ago
That's from selling off the car that crashed there
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Jack Harris 2 years ago (edited)
No, no, no... The positive side is that THAT dudes insurance will cover the repairs... Which is exactly what you would have had to pay out of pocket for in only a few months if that guy hadn't driven into the place, judging by that beam. 👍
Skylar Jaxx 2 years ago
That's what I came to say. Sounds like he lucked up and got hit right on time.
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No one should be parked too close to this wall
Marcus Lynch 2 years ago
All sorts of bad here. If the roof doesn't get you on the way down, the rocks and wall will and conveniently bury you in the precess.
Janet Howe 2 years ago
It's like the 'little wall that could'. Can he make it? I think I can, I think I can, I think I can. Maybe I can't. sniff. JHC, there must be 5 tons of rock in back of that little wall.
#50
Deck or failed retaining wall? Yup, definitely a failed retaining wall.
#51
This home’s access door to their California basement was located in the bathroom. I'm sure they dominated at hide & seek.
OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago
I can imagine what fun you could have sometimes with that 😅
#52
As the slab shifts into the building, the retaining walls on the side are being pushed away. This is very dangerous for the structural integrity of the building and the safety of others in the next building.
#53
The equation is simple: wood + water = decay.
Because of this, any part of the home that might be damp has the potential to result in rot, but it’s the parts of the home where there’s excess moisture that you need to monitor.
#54
This home's structural posts for its deck are not secured. The connection where the beam meets the concrete footing is not secure as it is slanting due to it sliding down the hillside.
Tarik Dursun Zorgulen 2 years ago
No, you clearly don't understand. It's so that giants can come and lift the house from one side to look under. So they are hinges.
#55
This failing retaining wall is holding 4 feet of dirt.
Daffydillz~ 2 years ago
That's just a small section of chain link fence, so it probably won't help much if any at all, lol.
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The rainstorm caused many homes to flood. As homeowners realized this week, it can be difficult to pinpoint where the water is coming from. If the property is flooding it could be coming into the home from under the floor. If the property lacks sufficient drainage, heavy rains can cause water to pool against the exterior of the building, and this water can then seep into your foundation and begin pooling inside your home.
Daffydillz~ 2 years ago
Absolutely, only the adult version where your furniture and electronics get ruined isn't as much fun as the child version, lol.
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#58
Set it and forget it.
#59
Rusted pipes pose a significant threat to your structure’s foundation.
Daffydillz~ 2 years ago
That pipe is so Incredibly corroded that a sizeable leak looks imminent.
Jilltdcatlady 2 years ago
Just a guess but the size makes me think its a sewer out-going pipe. And I'm going to be sick just thinking about it.
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LibrarianJanet 2 years ago
I lived in a house from 1907 for a while. Original cast-iron plumbing. Decided to re-plumb with copper after a wastewater pipe disintegrated. It was gross.
#60
Knowing the common signs of foundation issues can help you take the necessary steps that can spare you extensive and costly repairs in the future.
#61
You can really see how the surrounding expansive soil has affected the post and piers.
My favorite game.
#62
Why does it look like they just take the pipe, ram it into the foundation until it goes through and call it a day?
#63
The California 'bomb cyclone' unleashed powerful winds and heavy rain, homeowners across the state have witness firsthand how powerful mother nature is.
#64
It was common in the early 1900s to use brick to build foundation walls. If you have an older home, you may notice this is your foundation type. The problem is that over time, they can become weak. Mortar breaks down, and bricks start to fall out
#65
"Under Pressure" - Queen.
#67
Jenga! Which one would you pull?
#68
We visited a home this week with a very interesting backyard. They had walls on
top of walls.
LEVELS!
Did anyone else watch that episode of Seinfeld? This must be what he meant.
If you couldn't tell: yes, all three walls were done without permits. All three walls are beginning to fail.
Daffydillz~ 2 years ago
"When the walls come crumblin' crumblin' When the walls come tumblin' tumblin' down"🎶
#69
Any guesses what animal this is?
T5n 2 years ago
Now the question is whether it was a domestic dog or a wild species
Load More Replies... Tarik Dursun Zorgulen 2 years ago
OK, every photo I've seen on this post with animal skeletons, I've been wondering the same thing. How did it not smell enough for the house owners to gag?
Senjo Krane 2 years ago
I would say dog but the nose is not right. Could have been a bull terrier.
Joshua Retzloff 2 years ago
Collarbone is wrong for dog or cat, I would normally guess possum but the snout is too short..... Prairie dog?
#70
Size matters when it comes to foundation cracks. The picture above is an example of what a concerning crack would look like. The two sides of the gap are pulling away from each other and one side is sinking. We call this “differential settling.”
#71
Yeah, that's a “no” from me.
#72
The homeowners called us back out this past week after the rain to reassess their non-conforming retaining wall. It's called hydrostatic pressure. As the soil behind the wall collects more water, the greater the hydrostatic pressure on the wall will be. Luckily no one was near when it failed.
#75
The design takes a front seat over practicality. Are we collecting water in the crawlspace?
PigSquatch 2 years ago
Looks to be the problem with it is when it rains or heaven forbid floods, water will run down it to the crawl space.
Load More Replies... #76
I guess it's the season of leaning walls.
Mary Mosher 2 years ago
The wall is leaning to the right; creating a gap between the ground and the wall.
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#77
The tragic events that occurred at the Champlain Towers South condominium complex near Miami brought a lot of attention to these types of deteriorating buildings. The nationwide coverage allowed for more people to be aware of the warning signs. Spalling is not just a cosmetic issue. It can very much be a structural issue.
#78
You get a strap! You get a strap!
Straps for everyone!
#79
The roof of a home plays an essential role in ensuring the structural integrity of the entire home. It provides a protective barrier against all the outside elements. The components are all designed to work together to help keep the home well-protected from a variety of potential risks. Even under the finest weather, a roof will eventually deteriorate over time.
Jilltdcatlady 2 years ago
Just what are the proper number of layers of roof tiles? 3-4 on the upper roof. And I bet it still leaks.
#80
Vertical cracks = Very bad structural issues
#81
At least they put some shoring up. This wall is doing nothing structurally for the home and needs to be replaced immediately
#82
The girders support the floor joists. During the construction of the foundation, usually a pocket is built within the wall to hold the girder. They can also be hung from the foundation wall with special hardware. Wouldn’t recommend a piece of plywood to do the job.
Gourdeous 2 years ago
These look like they're actually in hangers with the weight being taken by the concrete wall.
ƒιѕн 2 years ago
They look that way, but are not. No fasteners in the hangers, simply sitting on a 5/4 deck board with 4 Hilti shots wOUcFGe-63...6-jpeg.jpg 
Annita Stephanou 2 years ago
Why is in every crawlspace the insulation exposed? Even in this, that looks new?
Daffydillz~ 2 years ago
I think that the cinderblocks that the hanger is anchored into will crumble fairly easily over time as they're made of compressed particles and once they're compromised they're pretty useless.
#83
Efflorescence is the white chalky powder that you might find on the surface of a concrete or brick wall. It's a sign of moisture intrusion that could lead to major structural issues if not checked out.
#85
While under a home, as much as you might want as much light as you can get, seeing natural light from outside can pose dangers to your home's foundation.
#87
Spalling occurs when the reinforcing steel inside the concrete rusts, expands, and then ruptures the concrete.
Helen Bennett 2 years ago
Then you get a vicious circle. In climates where it can freeze, freezing water in the cracks makes things worse.
Kate Haslam 2 years ago
Which isn't an issue in a climate where it doesn't freeze. Just the swelling of the rusty iron alone will do the same thing, though.
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Termite problems occur when wood components of the foundation are in direct contact with soil. Earth-to-wood contact gives termites easy access to food, moisture, and shelter, everything they need to thrive.
They're just asking for it
Tarik Dursun Zorgulen 2 years ago
I'll never understand the obsession with cheap wooden houses in the US. I mean aside from the obvious issue with longevity of a wooden house, usually the craftmanship is horrible as well. They just erect a house within a month! I don't want to see nails sticking out everywhere that is out of sight or poorly done plumbing or horrible attics.
#89
We see many crawlspaces and foundations. Well, this is what it looks like when a slab begins to fail. When a slab foundation fails, it can be a very invasive assessment. You have no direct access to it, so you have to pull the floors and carpet off to assess the damage.
#90
You do not want your girder to look like this. The homeowners are probably already noticing sloping or bouncy floors.
Yikes.
#91
When you're not careful on who you hire to do a specialized job it can make it easy to get roped into paying for a job you do not need. This home's foundation was strapped when it clearly did not need to be. Not one single crack was present behind the straps.
#92
A support jack is not a permanent solution. It should only be used to make repairs to a damaged foundation. Once the repair is finished, they should be removed.
#93
So, we’re just using pipes as support beams now?
#94
One of the biggest problems that river rock foundations face is the mortar degrading. The river rocks in the foundation can become loose over time if the mortar begins to degrade as it ages. When the mortar degrades, the rocks can be easily pulled out or fall out of the foundation.
#95
Hillsides all over SoCal came sliding down as the rainstorm hit. As beautiful as the hills are, there have always been issues with houses being built on top of them.
#96
This is not the worst looking crawl space but looks can be deceiving. A quick shifting of the sand and you can see the post and pier's footing is not being properly supported.
#97
There are different types of foundation cracks your home can suffer. Being able to tell the differences between them helps you determine the best way to fix the problem. Two of the most important categories to know about are vertical and horizontal cracks. Horizontal cracks that run across your foundation and/or walls are some of the most serious types of cracks your home can suffer.
#98
It may be hard to tell from this picture, but this hillside home's stem wall is out of plumb. You can look at the mudsill and the cripple wall above the foundation wall to see how much it has shifted forward.
#99
Often, river rock foundations here in California are in Historic Preservation Overlay Zones (HPOZ). This program aims to identify and protect the distinctive architectural and cultural resources of Los Angeles’s historic neighborhoods. So, any new projects in that neighborhood must complement its historic character. For this reason, sistering the foundation is the best solution.
#101
This home’s post and pier seemingly looks fine, but if you take a closer look, you can notice someone has filled in the bottom portion.
#102
Bearing failure. The weight above is too much for the girder and it's being crushed. The girder is supposed to be sitting in the notch above the stem wall and mudsill. You can clearly see that it has sunk down meaning the entire floor above has sunk with it.
#103
Another cripple wall leaning into the crawlspace. A cripple wall is a short wall that rests on the foundation and supports the floor and exterior walls. Cripple walls help carry the weight of the house. During an earthquake, cripple walls can easily collapse if they are not braced to resist lateral movement.
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Mat Hall 2 years ago
Most of these just make me wonder why Americans don't just do what the rest of the world does: dig a trench where you're putting load bearing walls, fill it with concrete, then build on top of it with bricks? Balancing a flimsy wooden box on a bunch of sticks seems like you're asking for trouble.
Izzy Curer 2 years ago
We do have those, but none of those are featured here because they actually work.
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OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago
Whoa. This post got way too overwhelming. I don't need to know about all these possible problems, I'd rather live in ignorant bliss.
Lunakadi 2 years ago (edited)
I think I need my crawlspace inspected now. And if the person doesn’t arrive with at least five blue and white choose-your-own-adventure pens then I’m requesting someone else.
Anya Beboop 2 years ago
Everyone should get it looked at! Ours was totally wooden and pebble Jenga when we got this place
Load More Replies... Anya Beboop 2 years ago (edited)
Came here to see just how bad our house is in comparison. Convinced inspection wa spaid off cuz there was so much wrong to be paying 300k. We bought it in 2017ish and we had to remove the past scumlord's Jenga, fix broken doorframes, kitchen knifes and blocks, we STILL have holes, toilet wasn't attached to floor, we technically have 2 roofs that I always worry about, our kitchen is unfinished underneath and is basically sawdust into dirt next to the crawlspace, and who knows what is going on since then in the crawlspace. I've noticed a slope in the kitchen but I don't want to deal with it right now. We had to remove tons of dry rot when we got here and remodel walls anyway. Tons of dead animals needed to be cleared out. We have constant pest control issues. I think we should just tear this place down and rebuild but that would take money and now I feel trapped here. I don't want to sell it and subject someone else to this place. I literally cry about it lol
RandomHumanBean 2 years ago
when i was a baby, a tree crashed into my kitchen and almost hit the room me and my parents were in. then when my brother was a baby, he was under a mantle with a ton of heavy stuff when there was an earthquake. luckily my mom grabbed him and he didnt get hit by anything. we're apparently disaster magnets.
Diolla 2 years ago
Many of those posts made me think of my old house. Cheaply built terraced house ca. 1927. Stone foundations and walls, wooden floor. The floor was only supported by beams running from wall to wall and was sagging in the middle.It was held up by a car jack. I sold it and now I live in a nice solid concrete 1970s house. No cracks, no sagging, everything level. It's heaven!
Janet Howe 2 years ago
I really enjoyed this post. It was very interesting. Find more of these types of things, please. This is much better than reading the same old stuff like family battles, angry boyfriends, bad in-laws, etc.
Jack Harris 2 years ago
My first thought? Homeowner's insurance. Keep those payments up to date, people. Don't wind up posting on Bored Panda, people.
Mat Hall 2 years ago
Most of these just make me wonder why Americans don't just do what the rest of the world does: dig a trench where you're putting load bearing walls, fill it with concrete, then build on top of it with bricks? Balancing a flimsy wooden box on a bunch of sticks seems like you're asking for trouble.
Izzy Curer 2 years ago
We do have those, but none of those are featured here because they actually work.
Load More Replies... OnAFreakingRollercoaster 2 years ago
Whoa. This post got way too overwhelming. I don't need to know about all these possible problems, I'd rather live in ignorant bliss.
Lunakadi 2 years ago (edited)
I think I need my crawlspace inspected now. And if the person doesn’t arrive with at least five blue and white choose-your-own-adventure pens then I’m requesting someone else.
Anya Beboop 2 years ago
Everyone should get it looked at! Ours was totally wooden and pebble Jenga when we got this place
Load More Replies... Anya Beboop 2 years ago (edited)
Came here to see just how bad our house is in comparison. Convinced inspection wa spaid off cuz there was so much wrong to be paying 300k. We bought it in 2017ish and we had to remove the past scumlord's Jenga, fix broken doorframes, kitchen knifes and blocks, we STILL have holes, toilet wasn't attached to floor, we technically have 2 roofs that I always worry about, our kitchen is unfinished underneath and is basically sawdust into dirt next to the crawlspace, and who knows what is going on since then in the crawlspace. I've noticed a slope in the kitchen but I don't want to deal with it right now. We had to remove tons of dry rot when we got here and remodel walls anyway. Tons of dead animals needed to be cleared out. We have constant pest control issues. I think we should just tear this place down and rebuild but that would take money and now I feel trapped here. I don't want to sell it and subject someone else to this place. I literally cry about it lol
RandomHumanBean 2 years ago
when i was a baby, a tree crashed into my kitchen and almost hit the room me and my parents were in. then when my brother was a baby, he was under a mantle with a ton of heavy stuff when there was an earthquake. luckily my mom grabbed him and he didnt get hit by anything. we're apparently disaster magnets.
Diolla 2 years ago
Many of those posts made me think of my old house. Cheaply built terraced house ca. 1927. Stone foundations and walls, wooden floor. The floor was only supported by beams running from wall to wall and was sagging in the middle.It was held up by a car jack. I sold it and now I live in a nice solid concrete 1970s house. No cracks, no sagging, everything level. It's heaven!
Janet Howe 2 years ago
I really enjoyed this post. It was very interesting. Find more of these types of things, please. This is much better than reading the same old stuff like family battles, angry boyfriends, bad in-laws, etc.
Jack Harris 2 years ago
My first thought? Homeowner's insurance. Keep those payments up to date, people. Don't wind up posting on Bored Panda, people.
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