HouseSymptoms field intelligence
Symptoms
Start with the visible, audible, physical or measurable sign—not the name of the fault.
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Horizontal crack in a foundation wall
A horizontal line develops across a below-grade wall.
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Water pools beside the foundation
Roof or surface water remains near the house after rain.
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Paint peeling near a baseboard
Finish failure concentrated at the bottom of a wall.
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Rust stain emerging through concrete
Orange-brown staining follows embedded metal or cracks.
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Cold floor near an exterior wall
Floor temperature drops noticeably along the room perimeter.
