For some people who are looking to purchase a home, a newly constructed home is their dream. The thought of purchasing a home that may need tedious upgrades or fixes, or extensive renovations to fit their specific wants may not be something they’re willing to undergo. Having a new home is a very exciting endeavor, and comes with its own challenges … [Read more...]
Does Insurance Cover Foundation Repair?
Homeowners need to know if insurance covers foundation repair. There seems to be no limit to the costs you can endure as a home or business owner. From general maintenance to big-ticket expenses, a surprise expense can come around at any time and if you are not financially prepared it can cause a hardship on you and your family.In order to … [Read more...]
What Happens If I Don’t Repair My Foundation?
Homeowners often ask what will happen if they don't fix their foundation. Making repairs is a necessary expense that homeowners often seek to avoid. Owning a home often feels like picking which projects are the highest priority and make the most financial sense at the time. When offered the choice of going on a trip or making foundation repair, the … [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...]
Can You Sell a House With Foundation Problems?
If you’ve ever looked to purchase a house, try to remember how you felt when you came across a house that listed “foundation issues” - you were probably not the most enthused about that particular property!As you prepare to put your house on the market, completing a thorough foundation inspection is a crucial step in order to ensure you can … [Read more...]
Top 5 Reasons To Think About Home Foundation Repair in 2019
You probably have a lot on your plate. When you’re not working, you’re wrangling the kids. And when you’re not wrangling the kids, you’re trying to squeeze out the smallest modicum of free time to relax.Because you’re constantly focused on the problems in front of you, you might not be worried about the problems of the future. This could cost … [Read more...]
Stuck Doors and Windows: 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 changing seasons or weather patterns oftentimes brings this issue … [Read more...]
How to Identify a Healthy Foundation
As a homeowner in Dallas, it’s important to know the health of many important things in your home: your HVAC system, your roof, your plumbing system...the list goes on. One of the most commonly-overlooked item to check, and quite possibly the most important, is your home’s foundation. If you see issues, you should have your house checked to ensure … [Read more...]
How Flooding Damages Foundations
If you’re a North Texas resident, you’re no stranger to the effects of natural disasters such as flood damage, especially in the wake of 2017’s Hurricane Harvey and the heavy rains in 2018. Once the flooding has receded, assessing the property damage and repairing your foundation is the next logical step to getting things back on course. Homeowners … [Read more...]
When is Foundation Repair Necessary?
Whether you’ve noticed some changes occurring to your house, or are planning to sell your house, foundation repair is an issue that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. If left unattended, minor foundation issues can quickly escalate into a costly fix. Foundation repair is necessary when your foundation is sinking, … [Read more...]
