94+ code violations and a Builders denial in Texas

[kweiss]

Originally Posted by kgerhauser

Part of my past experience was an ICBO/ICC certified special inspector. When post-tensioned slabs are being poured the law requires a special inspector to be onsite. James mentioned "It could be poor concrete design, too much water added to the concrete on site, etc." That is what the special inspector is for, He is there keeping records of the construction conditions for the architect or engineer of record and making sure the engineer's specifications are actually followed. In your case I would would be trying to access those records
IMHO
Karl

HAHA yeah right....
In a perfect world maybe. But I would bet my last dollar that does not happen around here. Half the time they don't even let the foundation cure and have half the framing done before they tension the cables.

To the original question...find a good engineer and a good lawyer.

[jromesberg]

These 94 violations are they for 1 Home? I think that could almost be a record! Love to be able to view they report.

[Barry Adair]

JG,
I'll try again and await the outcome. btw you're red went away

Here is one of my favorites for PT slabs on expansive clay

They will actuall reply to questions if you can't find the info you require on their site

http://www.houston-slab-foundations.info/

[Mel Young]

I wish I could find out how thick a foundation is supposed to be for 2160 square-foot slab on soil with a plasticity index above 50 and a PVR of 1-4" ... 4-bedroom home. Anyone have any ideas?
Yes, our problems are still on-going ... builder's lawyer denying that there is a foundation issue (I now have some pics of corner door-frame cracks in the sheetrock, nail pops, etc. Would post them if I knew how ...)

[Emmanuel J. Scanlan]

Mel,

There are many factors that would determine the required slab thickness. But what you are asking is for someone to perform an "Engineering" calculation or make an "Engineering" determination. Here in Texas that function is strictly regulated by the Texas Board Of Professional Engineers ( http://www.tbpe.state.tx.us/ ). I am more than sure that we have many people in this organization that can readily perform the calculations, et al, with all of the proper information on your home. But for anyone of them to do that without being licensed as a Professional Engineer is a serious violation of Texas State Law.

I don't like to be the bearer of bad news but you really need to obtain the services of a Licensed Professional Engineer here in the state of Texas. You are just outside of Dallas and there are some noted Professional Engineers in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Whether you retain the services of a new PE or a well seasoned and respected PE it will cost you some money. However, you really need to discuss this with your attorney about retaining a PE to consult with on your issue. The PE report might also be helpful in your litigation efforts.

If you choose to retain a PE make sure that you become involved in the process of researching and selecting the PE whose services you will retain. If you choose to go that route we will do all that we can to help you with research methods, etc. Just ask away when you are ready.