My Doors and Windows Aren’t Closing Right

Expert foundation repair solutions for homes in Ohio and Indiana.

Understanding the Problem and the Consequences

Sticking, jamming, or misaligned doors and windows are more than an inconvenience—they’re often early signs that your home’s foundation is settling or shifting. In Northwestern Ohio and Indiana, clay-rich soils expand when wet and shrink when dry, creating constant soil movement that stresses your foundation. As the foundation shifts, your home’s frame becomes distorted, causing doors and windows to stop closing properly.

These issues typically worsen during wet seasons when expanding clay and hydrostatic pressure push against your foundation. Over time, this movement can lead to significant structural damage, uneven floors, and widening gaps around openings.

Warning Signs of Foundation-Related Door & Window Issues:

Multiple doors or windows sticking or failing to close
Diagonal cracks above door or window corners
Gaps between the frame and trim
Doors that swing open or closed on their own
Misaligned locks or latches
Seasonal worsening during wet or humid periods
Visible unevenness in floors or framing

Common Causes of Foundation Settlement in Ohio & Indiana:

Expansive
clay soils

Poor exterior
drainage

Freeze–thaw
cycles

Tree root
pressure

Plumbing leaks beneath the home

Inadequate soil preparation or footings during construction

Professional Waterproofing Solutions

Forever Foundation Repair provides comprehensive, long-lasting solutions that address the root causes of door and window misalignment—not just the symptoms. After a detailed inspection, we create a customized repair plan based on your home’s specific structural issues.

Foundation Piering

Stabilizes and may lift settled foundations back into alignment.

Crawl Space Support

Reinforces sagging floors that contribute to sticking doors and windows.

Structural Reinforcement

Strengthens framing affected by foundation movement.

Drainage Correction

Improves water flow away from the home to reduce soil expansion.

Soil Stabilization

Addresses clay soil conditions to reduce future foundation movement.

Frame Adjustment

Realigns door and window frames once the foundation is properly repaired.

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Schedule your free, no-obligation inspection with Forever Foundation—Ohio and Indiana’s trusted experts in keeping homes drier, cleaner, and healthier all year long.

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