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Truss Uplift, Unbraced Cripple Wall, Misplaced Pier, and Other Structural Problems

Appendix A: Photographs

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Front elevation view.  The house faces southeast.  Surface water can enter crawlspace between front door and garage.
Photo 1
Note crack in joints between the walls and the ceiling at the head of the stairs. Photo 2 (Enlarge)
    
2x4 cripple wall at rear elevation.  Wall is 6 foot high.  Note absence of lateral bracing.
Photo 3
Pier is not helping to support the beam under the wall between the stairs and bedroom.
Photo 4
    
The double 2x10 support has been severely cut to allow installation of the toilet drain.
Photo 5


    


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