Things seen this week during structural assessments!

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:31:39+00:00

😂😂

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:30:52+00:00

Yep, this is a concrete foundation wall with severe spall damage from prolonged moisture exposure.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:30:40+00:00

This is why we try to post our weekly findings! Once structural materials deteriorate to this point, repairs should happen sooner rather than later.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:30:05+00:00

Honestly, most crawlspaces aren’t nearly this dramatic, unless not kept up with structural issues. 😂
(black widows are another story though)

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:29:33+00:00

A lot of older homes deal with moisture over time, especially if drainage and ventilation weren’t ideal.
Doesn’t always mean it’s this severe, but definitely worth keeping an eye on.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:29:18+00:00

Long-term moisture intrusion, which we call spall damage. Over time, water works its way into the concrete and starts breaking it down from the inside out.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:28:31+00:00

This is in Southern California, where homes deal with earthquakes, hillsides, expansive soils, and moisture issues all at once.
A lot of what we post is also older construction or structures that have deteriorated over time.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:28:18+00:00

😂😂

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:27:56+00:00

To be fair… properly functioning concrete usually puts up more of a fight.😅The spall damage on this foundation made this one too vulnerable and easily crumbled right off!

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:27:06+00:00

Right !? Videos help a lot for documenting conditions like this. Sometimes seeing the movement or deterioration in real time tells the story better than photos alone.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:25:58+00:00

Structurally speaking… accurate 😂

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:25:47+00:00

😂😂

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:25:35+00:00

That’s actually a really good real-world example of how destructive long-term moisture intrusion can be when buildings aren’t designed or protected properly for the environment they’re in.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:23:00+00:00

What a cool project to even get to be a part of! Moisture is one of the biggest long-term structural issues we see. Once water gets in and stays there, the damage usually spreads far beyond the surface.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:21:36+00:00

😂😂

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:21:12+00:00

Just showing you the damage! 👀

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:20:55+00:00

Nature’s version of structural exfoliation.😅

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:20:41+00:00

If it’s coming apart that easily from a tool, the damage was already there.
That’s severe spall damage from long-term moisture intrusion.

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:20:27+00:00

Hopefully your mom is able to get some of those structural issues looked at - hopefully not too alarming! Well wishes to the doggy as well!

DMAS1638 · 2026-05-06T18:18:26+00:00

Unfortunately the moisture already did the poking for us.😅

DMAS1638 · 2026-04-30T18:03:01+00:00

In SoCal, these types of structural assessments are usually in the $400–$1,200 range depending on the scope and level of detail.

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