Converse resident Kimberley Winn says her newly built home is showing signs of structural distress that she believes may be linked to a major Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) construction project across the street. Winn, whose house was completed in 2021, first noticed the problems about a year ago.

Symptoms of the problem

According to Winn, the floor in several rooms has become uneven enough that visitors’ shoes catch and they trip. “It started out with one or two places and now, as you can see, it’s the whole floor,” she told reporters.

She also reports a shower that does not drain properly and interior doors that have become so misaligned that the deadbolts no longer engage. “I had to have someone come in, and they had to readjust the frame because I couldn’t get it to lock,” Winn said.

Attempts to repair

Winn asked the contractor to seal the floor, but was told the task was impossible because of the ongoing shifting. She has documented the damage with photographs and has retained an attorney to explore possible remedies.

Construction activity nearby

The work across the street is part of a TxDOT project, with Jordan Foster Construction serving as the subcontractor. The specific nature of the project has not been disclosed, but it involves extensive roadwork and related infrastructure improvements.

When a crew from the construction site visited Winn’s home, the project manager for Jordan Foster Construction inquired about the situation and connected the local news outlet with the company’s risk and safety team. The contractor indicated that it would dispatch a third‑party specialist to assess the home and determine whether the construction activities are responsible for the damage.

Community concerns and next steps

Winn expressed frustration that “someone should be held responsible for the money and damages to my house.” She estimates the repairs could run into several thousand dollars.

Local officials have not yet commented on the matter, but the incident underscores the importance of protecting homeowners’ property rights when large public‑works projects are undertaken nearby. Residents are encouraged to document any changes to their homes and to contact the responsible contractors promptly.

What homeowners can do

Experts advise homeowners who suspect construction‑related damage to:

• Take detailed photographs and keep a log of when issues first appeared.
• Notify the contractor and request a formal inspection.
• Consult an attorney if the contractor’s response is unsatisfactory.
• Stay informed about the scope and timeline of nearby public‑works projects.

As the investigation proceeds, Winn hopes the third‑party assessment will clarify the cause and lead to a fair resolution.

Original reporting: San Antonio, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.