Drywall is the inner shell of a home. Not only does it make it easier to create arches, eaves and other specialized features in the home, it is more fire resistant than plywood. There are a few things that homeowners are told to keep an eye out for when it comes to their walls. Dark spots or sagging for water damage, odd smells for mold, and cracking or splitting from foundation problems. [...]
When it comes to your home or business, the one thing an owner has to take seriously is the foundation. Knowing what to look for when the foundation stability is a concern is only half the battle. Learning enough to make an informed decision on how to repair the foundation is the second half of this equation. Piers have become one of the most popular ways to ensure foundation stability in recent years. Though one [...]
There are many reasons why people shop around for a specialist. It could be that you have had a horrible experience in the past with customer service, or you felt that the price was way outside of the norm. Either way, knowing who you are hiring and having trust in the services they provide is peace of mind you shouldn't live without. Concrete Slab Foundation Repair Discount Foundation Repair Specialists [...]
Every state has its own set of complications when it comes to building a structure of any kind. The farther north you get, the colder it becomes. You begin to go South and the heat and moisture presents its own set of unique problems for your foundation. North Texas happens to sit smack dab in the middle of that climate line, making for a particularly puzzling set of factors from both worlds. How Clay Soils [...]
Foundations are the backbone of your home. Keeping your foundation healthy and secure is a priority that many homeowners aren't even aware of. One of the number one causes of escalated degradation of a foundation is water damage. When you do start looking into foundations and damage prevention, there is one surefire way to improve and prevent water damage from occurring and that's with proper drainage. What Is A French Drain?Have you ever been outside, looking [...]
Everyone knows that landscaping is one of the most important factors when attempting to sell a home or to keep the HOA happy. But when you go about putting in those amazing flowers, shrubs, or trees you might need to double check how this will affect your foundation. Trees are an amazing flora, but the root systems they create are vast. The average rule of thumb is that a tree's roots are usually 2-3 times the [...]
Keeping your home safe is any family's number one concern. Between your day to day lives and general repairs, one thing can slip through the cracks. Keeping your foundation level is one of the most important things you can do to prevent unsafe conditions and further damage to the home. Homes work off of one of two foundation types. The first is a slab foundation mainly of concrete that is placed on the ground. The [...]
When you are looking into a structure to buy, from a family home to a new business, one of the first things you will need to look into is the condition of the foundation. Many buyers seem to get lost in the obvious repairs like painting, a broken window, or a rotting deck. One of the most expensive repairs that new buyers run into is when the foundation has been compromised. A home inspector will know [...]
The foundation of a building seems like an immovable object. Though it is rare to have severe foundation issues, it is something every homeowner or business owner needs to be aware of. If possible, it is recommended to have your foundation checked yearly. Even if you stay on top of the yearly checks, knowing the process on how concrete is leveled for a home or building goes a long way in preparing you to [...]
Foundation repairs come in many different shapes and sizes. You could have had the piers installed yourself, or bought the home after the fact. Either way, learning to watch for signs that your Concrete Piers need repairs is the first step in a long healthy foundation. How long do Concrete Piers last When you find out your new home has concrete piers, the first thing you will want to do is have them inspected by a trusted [...]
