Bowed or leaning block foundation wall
Treat bowing as a lateral pressure, water, support and structural problem — not merely a crack to patch.
VERT / GREEN
Photograph and measure geometry without adding loads against the wall.
JAUNE / YELLOW
Even small stable deformation warrants understanding drainage, backfill and top support.
ROUGE / RED
Significant bowing, progression, joint cracking, separation or movement: obtain prompt evaluation and avoid improvised excavation/bracing.
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What the professional checks
The engineer reviews soil/water pressure, masonry, cracking, top support, slab, backfill, drainage and stabilization/repair strategy.
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Checked 2026-08-23
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