Why Seguin foundation decisions should start with the lot, not the city label
Mixed-age inventory means mixed assumptions
Newer-home owners may think movement is impossible, while older-home owners may dismiss active movement as ordinary age. A good inspection has to correct both assumptions.
Nearby homes may not need the same recommendation
Differences in grade, drainage outlet, yard shape, and post-build changes can make similar-looking symptoms mean different things from one Seguin property to another.
Exterior water behavior is a core part of the diagnosis
Runoff hold-up, poor discharge, and lot-specific moisture imbalance often explain why a slab keeps showing stress in the same places.
The right result is clarity, not escalation
The goal is to decide whether the owner should monitor, improve drainage, or move into structural repair planning based on what the house and lot are actually doing.