12 Warning Signs of Foundation Problems in Central Texas

Foundation movement rarely announces itself. In Central Texas it creeps in through doors, drywall, and brick as the clay beneath your slab swells and shrinks. Here are the twelve signs we get called about most — and when each is worth a free inspection.

Inside the house

Sticking doors, drywall cracks fanning from window corners, and floors that slope underfoot are the earliest indoor clues. One alone may be cosmetic; several together usually mean the slab is moving and may need steel-pier foundation repair.

Outside the house

Stair-step cracks in brick, separation at the garage, and gaps opening at trim point to differential movement. These show the slab edge has dropped — read more in our guide to stair-step brick cracks.

When to get measured

If you can check more than two or three boxes, get a free elevation survey. We map the slab to ±⅛ inch so you know exactly how far it has moved — no guessing, no pressure. Homeowners across San Antonio and Austin start here.

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