My house is only a few years old. Why is it cracking?
New slabs shrink as concrete cures, which can cause hairline cracks. The clay underneath also starts reacting to the seasons. Cracks that widen or come with sticking doors should be measured.
Most Frisco homes are newer, but they sit on the same expansive North Texas clay. The first years after construction can bring settling and cracking.
Frisco spans Collin and Denton counties and has grown very quickly, so most homes were built in the last 25 years on post-tensioned slabs. The clay under them is highly expansive. Many lots were graded during construction, and new landscaping, pools, and fences can change how water drains around a house.
Some hairline cracking in a new home is normal concrete shrinkage. Movement that keeps growing is different.
Check your builder's warranty terms first, since they often require reporting structural concerns within set time frames. An independent inspection can still help you understand what the house is doing.
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New slabs shrink as concrete cures, which can cause hairline cracks. The clay underneath also starts reacting to the seasons. Cracks that widen or come with sticking doors should be measured.
It can change drainage and soil moisture near the house. If cracks appear after pool or patio work, an inspection can check for movement.
During long droughts, keeping clay moisture more even can help. See how to water your foundation.
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