Foundation piers are the pillars that support the structure of your home. They are installed underneath the slab of the building, which is in turn supported by the columns. Foundation piers can be used to support the weight of a building or to form the foundation of a new building. But what types of foundation…
The foundation of your home plays a crucial role in supporting the structure of your house. But if your foundation needs repair, you need a qualified foundation repair contractor. Expert contractors also have the correct tools and have the right skills. They will not need inferior tools because they want to do a perfect job….
If you have already contacted a professional and had them come and inspect your home for foundation issues, then the next step is to prepare for them to come and fix these issues for you. By taking the time to prepare for their arrival, you can help the process to go smoothly, both for them…
Long periods of drought are an extremely common occurrence throughout Texas. We may not think that dry spells can have an impact on our homes. However, getting your foundation checked out professionally will likely tell you a different story. How do droughts affect my home’s foundation? According to a KSAT article, the reason that a drought can…
If you think that you may be having some issues with your home’s foundation, it is an excellent idea to contact a professional for help. In this situation it is always best to hire a professional to perform the repair. Here are three reasons why you should hire a foundation repair company. . You Have…
During the winter, potential thawing and freezing are not usually considered a significant threat, though cold weather could still be very destructive to your home. Low temperatures, together with occasional freezing rain, ice, and snowfall, can significantly affect your foundation and cause far-reaching structural damage across your entire home. So, how can winter really affect…
Drought is one of those weather phenomena that’s been known to sneak up on us in Texas. While we haven’t had a bad one since 2015, when drought does strike, it’s important to understand what it can do to your home. Long spells of dry weather don’t always harm roofs and siding, but they do…
When it comes to your slab foundation repair, this is a job that is best left up to the professionals. Their expertise makes them highly qualified and skilled to do the job for you. Here are three great reasons why slab foundation repair is best left up to the professionals. You Save Time If something…
While the foundation of a modern building is the only part that is unexposed to outside weather conditions, foundation work should not be taken for granted. Maintaining the building’s foundation is the key towards stability of the structure and its longevity. Indeed, the foundation is what carries the entire load of a structure as well…
Long periods with no rain can create issues. The clay needs water to sustain its structure and without it will evaporate. The structure begins to shrink, leaving gaps and cavities between your home and the ground. Gradually, gravity pushes your home into the gaps. The process is what we call “settling” or “settlement.” Now, settling…
