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Structure defect

Settled or Heaved Concrete Slab

An interior or garage slab has settled or heaved out of level.

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What it is: An interior or garage slab has settled or heaved out of level.

Why it matters

Movement can crack the slab, stress framing, and indicate soil or moisture problems below.

Settled or Heaved Concrete Slab during a Bloomington MN home inspection

Why it's common in Bloomington

Bloomington freeze-thaw cycles and expansive soils drive slab heaving in garages and basements.

Signs to watch for

  • cracked or uneven slab
  • gaps at base of walls
  • doors rubbing on the floor

What we check during the inspection

The inspector notes slab cracks, elevation changes, and possible causes where visible.

How it's typically corrected

A contractor mudjacks, replaces, or stabilizes the slab and addresses the underlying soil or moisture.

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