We are homeowners, not structural engineers or flooring contractors. This page documents flooring issues observed in our home.

The Issue

ObservationLocationVerification Method
Visible slopeEvery room in the house4-ft level shows unlevel surface
Marble rolls toward centerEvery room in the houseA marble placed on floor rolls consistently toward center of house
Spongy or bouncy spotsKids’ playroom, kitchen, and other areasFloor compresses noticeably when stepped on
Rooms and furniture vibrateKitchen, upstairs, master closetFurniture shakes and doors rattle when someone walks by
Lifted ridges, hard lumps, exposed tack strip nailsEvery room in the houseVisible and tactile
Creaking floorsUpstairs hallway, stairs, kids’ playroom, kitchenAudible squeaking and clicking

Observed: The marble rolls toward the center of the house on both floors (upstairs and downstairs).

Timeline

Evidence

Video walkthrough demonstrating the issues described above.