For standard slab foundations, they should never be more than 1.5 inches out of level. Unfortunately, what “should be” and “what is” in terms of a house’s foundation are often very different. If you are having foundation issues that merits house leveling, you may be curious as to how the process works. What is House…
Foundation issues are serious concerns, and they can compromise the entire structure of your home. Check-out some big reasons why it’s better to repair foundation damages now, rather than later. Further Damage Your foundation is an interconnected structural system, and one problem can quickly spread to another problem. Neglecting small foundation issues can quickly escalate…
Chances are when something in your home needs repair, you address the immediate problem and think that’s the end of it. As a homeowner, you need to be aware of which problems could be signs of foundation trouble. Since everything in your home literally rests on the foundation, every homeowner needs to know the common…
How often do you think about your foundation? When was the last time you inspected it, or had it inspected? With some time, attention, and a little TLC, your home’s foundation can serve you well for many years, even decades. Neglect it, however, and the issues can compound until your house is falling down around…
The foundation of a structure is fundamental in making sure you have a firm building. If the foundation becomes weak, the integrity of your house becomes exposed to several threats. Most people, however, opt for a DIY foundation repair, thinking it is cost-effective. That is not the case, as repairing a foundation requires expert knowledge….
When you notice a crack in your foundation, you think the worst. Your mind immediately goes to the thousands of dollars that serious foundation repair can cost you. However, if you see a crack in your foundation, while that is a traditional warning sign, not all cracks mean something bad is happening. Every foundation will…
Foundation problems are, unfortunately, a problem that can get worse over time. They can often become more expensive repairs very quickly as well if you ignore them. However, if you are hoping to get the foundation repaired quickly and for the best price, you may be looking to choose the best season for foundation repair,…
Due to the expense of foundation repair and the general seriousness of problems with the foundation your whole home sits on, any crack or defect in your foundation is a worry. So when you go into your garage one day and find a crack snaking its way along the floor, then it is only natural…
You’re a planner. You like to know what you are doing, when, and how it is going to be done. Unfortunately, foundation repair wasn’t exactly part of the plan, but repair still needs to be made a priority. If you are lucky, foundation repair is something you only need to have done once in a…
When we think of foundation damage, we think of the damage that is done by too much rain. It makes the soil too saturated with water and unsteady, allowing your foundation to shift. However, it is not just rainy periods where you should be concerned for the foundation of your home. The hot and dry…