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Failure Fingerprint

Differential settlement

Parts of the foundation move by different amounts.

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Typical location

Foundations, masonry, openings and connected finishes

Timing fingerprint

Progressive or following ground and drainage changes

Visible or audible pattern

Diagonal or stepped cracks, sticking openings and level change

Best separating check

Measure change over time and assess drainage and structure

Evidence that weakens this cause

Stable hairline finish crack only

Do not confuse it with

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Finish crack vs settlementGeometry, material and change over time separate cosmetic finish movement from structural movement.→