Cracks in a home or building’s foundation can be more than just the soil unsettling. These issues are often the first warning signs of underlying problems that can compromise the integrity of your property. Have you ever noticed those subtle lines snaking across your basement walls or creeping up from the floor? These are underlying signs that … [Read more...]
How To Pick The Best Tree That Will Not Damage Your Foundation
Updated 8/30/2023 A lush canopy of trees can be the crowning glory of your home. However, the roots that anchor them to the ground can sometimes threaten the structural foundation. If you are interested in adding greenery to your property to boost curb appeal, it is best to select trees that don't damage foundations. In this guide, we’ll cover … [Read more...]
Can a Settling Foundation Cause Electrical Problems?
It's not unusual for houses to develop foundation problems. This includes having a settling foundation. A situation in which that occurs often results in cracks appearing on walls and ceilings. It may even lead to fractures in the foundation itself. Homeowners are often concerned about the possibility that if a foundation is settling, it … [Read more...]
Are Earthquakes The Causes Of Foundation Cracks In Irving, Dallas or Fort Worth TX?
Earthquakes Causing Foundation Cracks While earthquakes could be causes of foundations cracks in Irving, Dallas or Fort Worth, TX, it's doubtful. The earthquake that shook this North Texas area on May 3, 2015, did not appear to impact concrete slabs or pier and beam foundations. Because the tremor had a magnitude of only 3.2, foundation movement … [Read more...]
Foundation Damage In Texas And Causes
You’ll learn that foundation damage in Texas is caused many things, including clay soil and local weather. This often necessitates foundation repair service. Of course there are many factors that create harmful conditions and lead to foundation problems. No matter what's causing destruction, it must be stopped in order to preserve your … [Read more...]
Foundation Damage In Pier And Beams.
Foundation damage in houses with pier and beam foundations can be caused by many things. Be sure to find out what's creating the foundation problems and have repairs made. If your pier and beam foundation is deteriorating, a number of things can be done to fix it. It's imperative to halt harmful conditions by contacting HD Foundations. We can … [Read more...]
How To Prevent Foundation Damage During Wet, Rainy Months.
To prevent foundation damage during rainy months, install a good drainage system. There are several things you can do that will ultimately save you time and money, and protect your foundation from harm. Because May and October are the rainiest months in Texas, you’ll want to be especially watchful during this season. Avoid Foundation Damage Due … [Read more...]
How To Protect Your Foundation In Winter, Dallas, Fort Worth Texas
To avoid foundation damage, learn how to protect your foundation in winter in Dallas, Fort Worth Texas and surrounding areas. During the cold months, temperatures often fall as low as 20-30 degrees. While it rains quite a bit some years, other times it can be very cold and dry. That has been the case thus far in winter 2018. Either way, you'll want … [Read more...]
Foundation Watering During Cold Weather DFW, TX
If it's dry, continue foundation watering during cold weather in Dallas Fort Worth, Texas area cities. It's particularly important this year because fall 2017 has been considerably drier than normal. What’s more, this area is likely to have relatively low levels of precipitation through early 2018 due to conditions associated with La Nina. Why … [Read more...]
Why Get A Plumbing Test After Foundation Repair?
Always get a hydrostatic plumbing test after foundation repair is performed on houses with slab or pier and beam foundations. The reason why is because leaks can lead to serious foundation damage. When a house is leveled and lifted, plumbing pipes may break. Of course, it’s entirely possible that the plumbing pipes in a house broke prior to the … [Read more...]