Foundation failure is a significant (and costly) problem in itsown right. But left unaddressed, even relatively minor foundationdamage can lead to much bigger (and more expensive) repairs downthe road.

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The best defense against escalating expenses is to scan forpotential signs of foundation damage and address these issues assoon as they appear. Many of these signs often manifest in otherparts of the home, usually several levels above the underlyingfoundation.

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Above is a simple checklist of the five most common signs thatyour foundation is having problems.

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Related: 5 ways contractors are building moredisaster-resistant homes

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