Have you found a large crack in your concrete slab? Or have you noticed the concrete lifting in one corner? Whether you have a concrete slab foundation, or a pier and beam foundation with a crawl space, signs of foundation failure can be terrifying. Because this...
“I can’t get this darn window open!” “Ahh, now it won’t close!” A stuck window can be very frustrating – “where’s a brick when you need one!” But hold on to that brick, it might not be the windows. It might be a warning sign there’s...
All new buildings settle. It’s a natural process as gravity pulls on the structure and the ground below settles in to support all that weight. But sometimes, that house movement is not normal. All that movement can cause foundation settlement issues that can...
House settling cracks are a common concern for property owners. While some cracks are harmless, others can indicate serious foundation problems that threaten the structural integrity of your home or commercial property. It’s important to know what is a normal...
Creak! “What was that?” Groan! “Who’s there!?” We’ve all heard these noises that seem to come from somewhere in our homes. And usually at night after watching a scary movie. No need to worry about these strange sounds, at least, as far as...
House Settling Guide for Houston Property Owners What is house settling? Unfortunately, it’s more common in the Houston area than you might think. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at house settling in the Houston area. Because in this region,...
Are your doors or windows not shutting properly? Do you find random cracks on the walls or your floor tiles? Do patches of your wooden floor look rotten? These might be signs that your pier and beam foundation needs repair due to sinking, or worse, falling apart. Your...
Every house needs to be built on top of a solid foundation. The entire weight of the house is spread out evenly on this concrete pad, also called a slab foundation. The ground underneath the foundation can start to settle and shift over time. The foundation will...
One of the most important parts of your home is the foundation. Your foundation supports the weight of your entire house, and it helps to prevent moisture, pests, and other intruders from entering your home. Water damage to your foundation is a serious problem that...
In addition to numerous household tasks, homeowners need to pay attention to the grading around their foundation. The grading, plants, and greenery surrounding a home’s foundation can impact the foundation structure, causing foundation cracks, leaks, and improper...
