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5 Reasons You Do not Want to Ignore a Wet Basement

Homeowners often find excuses for ignoring wet basement problems with comments such as “”Well, I’’m never in it”” or “”I don’’t go down there so what’’s the point?”” perhaps forgetting that this space is central to the effective workings of... Read more

The End of the Drought, Not Your Foundation Problems

For most of the country, September officially marks the beginning of fall, complete with changing leaves, Labor Day weekend and back-to-school shopping. However, in Dallas and the rest of Texas, it still feels like the middle of summer. The state is facing the worst year... Read more

Foundation Repair and What it Can Do for You

Even the highest quality new home doesn’t stay new forever. Over time, various factors can cause damage to the foundation of your home, including nearby tree roots, expanding clay soil and seasonal weather changes. These factors can cause your foundation to sink, or “settle,”... Read more

Galveston Gumbo Clay, Homes Falling Through the Cracks?

The south Texas soil is known for its absorbency, and thus its propensity for growing fruits and vegetables. Galveston “”gumbo clay”,” as it is colloquially referred, is much like a sponge, expanding as it soaks up and retains moisture. Contrarily, in very hot, dry... Read more

Water Your Foundation, Not Your Lawn

Area homes have been destroyed in the recent drought. Some homeowners report cracked ceilings and walls, slanting floors and doors that no longer shut. The cost of foundation repairs following drought damage can be high, as drought can cause your home’s foundation to... Read more

Oklahoma Counties Declared Drought Disaster Areas

The US Department of Agriculture has declared all but 3 of Oklahoma’s 77 counties a “disaster” are due to wildfires and drought. Residents are now able to apply for federal farm loans and emergency government assistance. As the entire Southwest... Read more