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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...]
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...]
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...]
The Threat to Your Foundation From Expansive Clay Soil
If you’re a homeowner in the DFW metroplex, you are most likely familiar with expansive clay soil and the potential dangers it poses to the durability of your foundation. Unique to only certain parts of the country, but especially prevalent in North Texas, expansive clay soil is a factor that could negatively impact the hardiness of your foundation … [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...]
What Is Covered By A Foundation Repair Warranty?
While most reputable companies do offer warranties on their foundation service, it’s important to know exactly what is and what is not covered. Often when a warranty in transferred to a new homeowner, they are under the assumption that their entire foundation is covered. Nothing could be further from the truth. What Specific Work Is Covered By A … [Read more...]
How Foundation Issues Can Negatively Affect Your Business
All types of foundation issues are a problem for any business. The problems will vary according to the type of business you run and whether you are the tenant or the landlord. Foundation issues negatively affect businesses in five ways: • Customers and clients may stay away, so your turnover and profit suffer. • You may see the value of your … [Read more...]
Foundation Shims And Foundation Repair
Fact is, foundation shims are often installed or adjusted in the Dallas, Fort Worth during the foundation repair process. Many contractors use these for re-shimming concrete slab foundations and pier and beam houses, too Steel foundation shims are thin pieces of fabricated steel that are approximately ¼” thick. They're utilized when repairing … [Read more...]
HD Foundations Launches New Fall Foundation Repair Program
Dallas –Fort Worth, TX – Many homeowners have discovered that their house foundations cracked during the hot Dallas, Fort Worth summer and they now need Fall foundation repair. To better serve its customers, HD Foundations has launched a special “Fall Foundation Repair” program that is aimed at helping new customers protect their foundations in the … [Read more...]
