1st case   Major crevices are affecting a building foundation. Those crevices extend to the brick overlay, and doors and windows are difficult to open or close. Inspections and expertises indicate that the safe bearing capacity of the soil under the building projection of footing is not sufficient and can cause packing and subsequent damages. To repair, experts suggest installing pilings in the ground and attaching them to the foundation to increase stability. Once this is done, interior restoration and earthwork can proceed. When situations like this occur, repairs can cost thousands of dollars. Moreover, it is necessary to call on specialised engineers in order to determine the cause of the problem and what should be done to fix it. Close this window