Hi, I am curious about the seriousness, and suggested solutions to a problem with my yard sinking close to the house foundation.
I have a poured cement patio at the rear of my house (about 8' x 15' x 4" thick). The dirt below this patio has sunk leaving a 2 or 3 foot deep cave below the patio. The patio itself does not seem to have fallen at all but I am concerned as it is also the foundation for a couple of pillars that holds up a wooden patio for the floor above.
Is this a serious concern?
What are acceptable solutions if I should in fact be fixing this (vs just filling in the edges and hiding the cave below)?
Thanks in advance..........
Jeff Plimmer
Calgary Alberta Canada
Hello Jeff;
Your sinking patio does seem to be a very serious problem. Soil problems are nothing to be complacent about, it is possible that the foundation of your home is in danger.
Of course, I am a horticulturist, not a structural engineer and that is exactly what I recommend you do -- consult with an engineer ASAP.
Anyone have any other suggestions?
Jeff, good luck and please give me a holler if you have problems with your landscape plants.
Happy Gardening,
Carol
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