Updated 7/1/2020 Four foundation repair mistakes that property owners make can be avoided. A little foundation maintenance can help protect your property from the need for foundation repair and the accidents that create the need for it. Stop problems. To halt trouble and eliminate errors, read the following list of things that lead to the causes … [Read more...]
When Should I Have My Foundation Repaired?
Finding out when to have foundation repair is important. It's best to look into having your foundation fixed when it shows signs of foundation cracks or issues such as unexplained fissures or other problems. If so, contact the contractors at HD Foundations. You might discover that you need to have foundation repair when you least expect it due to … [Read more...]
Leaning Chimneys and Foundation Repair
With leaning chimneys, foundation repair is often required is straighten them up. A chimney that is leaning is not just a sign of a well-used fireplace. It could indicate floor buckling, sagging or other foundation issues. Facts About Leaning Chimneys, Foundation Repair And More: While a leaning chimney is unattractive, there are some real … [Read more...]
How Long Does It Take To Repair A Foundation
A lot of factors determine how long it takes to repair a foundation. Because many homeowners want to be present when their foundation's being fixed, the length of time involved in the process is a real concern. It generally takes 1-3 days to repair a foundation. Of course, the timetable can vary for number of reasons. Factors That Affect How Long … [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...]
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...]
Structural Foundation Damage and Foundation Repair
Homeowners often discover structural foundation damage has occurred. This is extremely common in the Dallas, Fort Worth and Arlington areas for a number of reasons. Most foundation repair in Texas is done using two standard methods to restore houses and commercial buildings in cities all throughout the metroplex. Because severe deterioration can … [Read more...]