Is My Home’s Age a Factor in Experiencing Cracked Bricks? 

While older homes are more likely to experience foundation settlement, new homes are not immune to it. The soil in North Carolina can be prone to issues with expansion and settlement, and external factors like heavy rain or drought can affect soil stability regardless of your home’s age. So, even if your home is relatively new, don’t rule out the possibility that a cracked brick could be signaling a foundation issue.