If you’re reading this, you likely have concerns about your home’s foundation. Whether you’ve noticed foundation cracks, uneven floors, water intrusion in your basement, or shifting soil around your home, these could be signs of structural issues. Foundation problems can affect everything from your home’s stability to its value, making timely repairs essential. The key […]
Historically, people have built their homes out of whatever material was available. Foundations were originally constructed of wood, stone, or brick. In the last century, this has gradually changed to concrete foundations. Cinder blocks and poured concrete foundations are roughly the same in terms of strength and durability. However, they can show stress and damage […]
TL;DR: A bowing or bulging basement wall is caused by hydrostatic pressure—water buildup in the soil pushes against the foundation. Ignoring the issue leads to major structural damage, including wall collapse, broken pipes, and costly repairs. Early action saves money—minor bowing can be fixed with carbon fiber straps, while severe cases require wall anchors or […]
You may not immediately notice signs of basement wall bowing. It's usually a slow, gradual process. One of the first warning signs is cracks forming in the wall, which may indicate increasing pressure against your foundation. A bowed or buckling wall is a critical concern because it compromises the structural integrity of your home. Your […]
If you don’t have a basement or a crawl space under your house, you have a concrete slab foundation. This is common knowledge, right? But did you know that there are different types of slab foundations? In fact, I think most homeowners assume the same thing I did - that every slab foundation is built […]
It’s natural for you to worry. It can be useful, even productive, if done in moderation. Worrying about what could happen - like whether your sagging floors will collapse - helps you anticipate problems and find ways to fix them. But too much worry can take a toll, not just on your peace of mind […]
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[et_pb_section fb_built="1" admin_label="section" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row admin_label="row" _builder_version="4.16" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.27.4" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"] A sloping or sagging floor is usually pretty obvious to a homeowner. Maybe you can see a gap between the baseboard and your floor? Are there high and low places […]
What causes floors to sag? A deep dive into the most common culprits. Your floor is supposed to be a smooth, even surface that is firm and steady beneath your feet. It is not supposed to have ridges like a potato chip. It should not offer a kid-friendly ski slope to one side, nor give […]
Why Should You Finance Home Repairs? There are times when financing your home repairs makes sense! Maybe you just bought a house, and you don’t have the funds right now. Many times, foundation repairs are part of the negotiations - you may be waiting on the check to be cut by the title company. […]
