What is the Best Foundation Repair Method? When you realize that your home has foundation problems, some of your first questions will likely be about cost and methods of repair. “How much will foundation repairs cost?” “What is the best method for foundation repair?” Cost will vary, depending on the method, so you must first […]
What’s The Difference Between Foundation Engineers and Foundation Specialists? Foundation engineers and foundation repair specialists are both experts, but how do you know which you need? While both may be needed, the order that you hire them is dependent upon the circumstances. When To Hire a Foundation Engineer If you have settlement or other structural […]
In Need of Garage Foundation Repairs? With warmer weather approaching, your man cave could probably use a little TLC before having company over. Get your garage ready for summer shenanigans while you’re stuck at home! To help you get started, we’ve compiled a list of a few things you should check for on a yearly […]
Types of Basement Construction What Materials Were Used to Build Your Basement? Various materials can be used when building a basement, however there are three main types of basement construction: poured concrete, block or masonry walls, and precast panels. Poured concrete A poured concrete basement is the most common and the building method most people […]
Carbon Fiber and Basement Walls Using Carbon Fiber to Repair Basement Walls What is basement wall grade carbon fiber? Why would it be used in foundation repair applications? We have all heard of carbon fiber being used for race cars, NASA ships, and tennis rackets, but basement wall reinforcement? Carbon fiber is lightweight, noncorrosive, and […]
How to Prevent Soil Erosion Around Foundations Soil erosion can wreak havoc on a home’s foundation. Without a protective layer of topsoil, the ground near the home’s foundation has a much more difficult time regulating moisture, causing the soil to quickly expand and contract. If you can prevent soil erosion, you can help prevent future […]
10 Steps to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Basement Your basement is a prime location for mold and mildew April showers bring May flowers… and lots of excess water. Since excess water encourages mold growth, it’s no surprise that mold prevention and remediation will be on the minds of many homeowners this season. And, of […]
How Do Sinkholes Form? Karst Terrain Leads to Sinkholes The idea of the ground opening beneath your feet is a scary prospect. However, sinkholes are a reality and can damage your home and property. Spectators view a sinkhole that opened along a road in Maryland. Photo courtesy of the United States Geological Survey Homeowners, especially […]
Pyrrhotite Causes New England Foundations to Crumble Crumbling foundations have become expensive for hundreds of Massachusetts and Connecticut homeowners. Their foundations were made with pyrrhotite, a mineral that can react with water. How does pyrrhotite affect foundations? Pyrrhotite is an iron sulfide mineral. According to the American Geosciences Institute, “When iron sulfides are exposed to […]
What are helical tieback anchors, and what do they do? Helical tiebacks are a highly effective repair option for a specific job: straightening and strengthening basement and other sub-grade (below-ground) walls, as well as retaining walls. In many ways, they resemble helical piers or piles, from the steel bars to the helical plates that allow […]