🌍 WHAT IS DIFFERENTIAL SETTLEMENT?
Differential settlement occurs when different parts of a structure settle by different amounts.
Possible causes:
🔹 Variable soil conditions
🔹 Uneven loading
🔹 Poorly controlled groundwater changes
🔹 Inadequate foundation design
🔹 Changes in nearby ground conditions
Possible warning signs include cracking, distortion, and doors or windows becoming difficult to operate.
⚠️ Suspected structural movement should be assessed by a qualified professional.
@ETCONP
Differential settlement occurs when different parts of a structure settle by different amounts.
Possible causes:
🔹 Variable soil conditions
🔹 Uneven loading
🔹 Poorly controlled groundwater changes
🔹 Inadequate foundation design
🔹 Changes in nearby ground conditions
Possible warning signs include cracking, distortion, and doors or windows becoming difficult to operate.
⚠️ Suspected structural movement should be assessed by a qualified professional.
@ETCONP
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