Recent strong winds in North Texas left a trail of destruction, with the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex hit particularly hard. Among the most shocking scenes was a row of houses under construction that collapsed like dominoes, raising concerns about poor building practices.
Houses Under Construction Flattened by High Winds
A viral video shared by Dallas-Fort Worth home inspector Randle Loftin on Facebook captures the devastating aftermath of the high winds. In the footage, several partially built homes can be seen completely leveled, while others remain standing—though not necessarily safely.
Loftin, who regularly inspects homes in the area, suggests that shoddy construction work may be partially to blame.
“You always hear about poorly built houses falling over with one strong wind, and that’s exactly what happened here,” Loftin explains in the video.
While North Texas is no stranger to extreme weather, the extent of the damage has raised serious questions about construction quality and safety standards.
Concerns Over Construction Practices
Loftin also inspected one of the remaining houses that hadn’t fallen and expressed unease over its stability.
- He pointed out discrepancies in construction
- He noted structural weaknesses that could put future homeowners at risk
- He warned that without improvements, more homes could be lost in future storms
Given that North Texas frequently experiences high winds and severe storms, ensuring solid construction is crucial to prevent unnecessary destruction.
Will Builders Address the Issue?
The video has gained attention online, and many hope that someone from the construction company will take note and correct these issues.
Rebuilding homes without addressing structural weaknesses could lead to more costly damage in the future, especially since strong winds and storms are common in Texas.
As storm season approaches, homebuyers and builders alike should ensure that new homes are being constructed with safety and durability in mind.