Homeowners new to know if insurance covers foundation repair. After all, there seems to be no limit to the costs you can incur. From general maintenance to big-ticket expenses, a surprise expense can come around at any time. If you're not financially prepared, it can cause a hardship on you and your family. In order to protect ourselves … [Read more...]
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How Does a French Drain Work?
If water is an issue, learning how a French drain works can be helpful. One of the most dreaded discoveries a homeowner can have is finding evidence of water damage, and foundations tend to be the most common place you may run into water drainage issues around your home. If you are unlucky enough to find standing water around the perimeter of your … [Read more...]
How to Spot Foundation Problems When Buying a Home
The home buying process can be stressful, to say the least. There is so much to consider when taking the leap into a new home and making sure your money will be well spent. There is nothing worse than spending a good deal of money on a home and then realizing there are big problems that will require costly repairs. One of the more important things … [Read more...]
8 of the Most Common Foundation Terms Every Homeowner Should Know About
As a homeowner sometimes it can feel like you are going from one problem or project to the next and it can be a crash course in terminology from roofs to foundations. We have compiled a list of some common foundation terms to familiarize yourself when assessing your foundation repair needs. Differential Settlement – this is a caused when … [Read more...]
Top 4 Myths About Home Foundation Repair
Whether you are a new homeowner, or have owned property for years, there’s one topic that seems to confuse both groups alike: foundation repair. This is mainly due to the fact that it is oftentimes a problem that doesn’t rear its head until you notice symptoms (or are told there are issues by a professional) and aren’t as apparent as, say, a burst … [Read more...]
How to Stabilize Expansive Clay Soil in Texas
Winter’s icy chill has finally worn off. We’re lucky enough to be experiencing some warmer weather down here in the Dallas metroplex, but all that spring rain can come with heavy consequences for your home. If you live on expansive clay soil like many residents of the Lone Star state, excessive water can wreak havoc on your home’s … [Read more...]
Stuck Doors and Windows: Due to Weather or Your Foundation?
Stuck doors and windows can be due to weather or your foundation. Homeowners in the Dallas, Fort Worth metroplex may notice their doors and windows not closing properly or shutting completely. This can be due to a variety of reasons, including the weather. It can also indicate more serious problems that have to do with your home’s foundation. The … [Read more...]
French Drain Freeze: Tips to Keep Your Water Flowing During Winter
Many homeowners in DFW metroplex rely on French drains to keep excess water away from their foundations in tandem with their gutter system (a great strategy for preventing foundation damage due to expansive clay soil, prevalently found in the North/East Texas areas). While typically a great strategy to protect their foundation, some barriers can … [Read more...]
Pros and Cons of Pier and Beam Foundations
Does your Dallas home have a pier and beam foundation? Are you considering purchasing a house with a pier and beam foundation? While this type of foundation isn’t necessarily the most popular and frequently-seen in the country, there are quite a few of them in cities such as Dallas. Made up of concrete piers or block and base supports spaced along … [Read more...]
How To Plan Landscaping with Your Home’s Foundation In Mind
One of the perks of being a homeowner is the opportunity to design your outdoor landscape any way you choose. While landscaping options may seem endless, it’s important to take your house’s foundation into consideration when making these plans in order to avoid unwarranted damage. The two main factors that could cause damage or impact the fortitude … [Read more...]