Foundation
We install the foundation of your home according to the recommendations of our consulting engineer. The walls of the foundation are poured concrete with steel reinforcing rods.
To protect your home's foundation, you and the HOA should follow the guidelines for installation and maintenance of landscaping and drainage in this manual and in Special Publication 43, "A Guide To Swelling Soils For Colorado Homebuyers And Homeowners," which you received with your Purchase Contract.
Cracks
Even though an engineer designed the foundation and we constructed it according to engineering requirements, surface cracks can still develop in the wall. Surface cracks are not detrimental to the structural integrity of your home.
Dampness
Due to the amount of water in concrete, basements may be damp. Condensation can form on water lines in unfinished basements and drip.
Related Topics
- Grading and Drainage - Maintaining drainage away from the foundation
- Landscaping - Landscaping guidelines that protect the foundation
- Concrete - Concrete flatwork care
- Condensation - Managing moisture in the home
Warranty Coverage: See Foundation Standards for coverage details.