Exterior photos
Exterior photos should show the wall, grade, drainage, nearby openings, and crack location together.
- wide photo of the wall
- closeup of the crack
- coin or ruler for scale
- nearby windows and doors
- soil and drainage below the crack
Reviewed June 7, 2026
Foundation
Foundation crack photo checklist
Foundation photos should show both the closeup detail and where the crack sits on the home.
Quick answer
Foundation Crack Photo Checklist
How to photograph cracks, movement, and related symptoms before requesting help.
- Exterior photos
- Interior photos
- Tracking
Interior photos
Interior symptoms can help connect foundation movement with doors, floors, trim, drywall, or water stains.
- drywall cracks near openings
- door gaps
- floor gaps at baseboards
- sloping or uneven areas
- water stains near cracks
Tracking
Repeat photos from the same angle over time. Movement patterns are easier to understand when dates and weather context are preserved.
- date each photo
- repeat after heavy rain
- repeat after dry weather
- note whether cracks widen
- save contractor or engineer notes
Note
A single closeup is rarely enough. Add a wide shot so the provider can see location and context.