Oklahoma’s ongoing drought and summer heat are drying out soil around homes, which can cause foundations to shift or settle. Thankfully, Oklahoma City received some last week. But it’s been a dry late summer, for sure.
Warning signs can include new cracks in brick or drywall, uneven floors, sticking doors and windows, or gaps forming between the soil and the home. While a small crack doesn’t always mean there’s a serious structural problem, homeowners should watch for changes and take photos to track whether they get worse over time.
For property owners and landlords, catching foundation movement early can make a big difference, as problems that continue to develop may become much more expensive to repair.