Common Problem: Leaning Beams and Posts A Closer Look at the Causes and Solutions If you have discovered leaning beams or posts in your crawlspace or basement, we understand that can be frightening. It is difficult to know how serious the issue is, and what needs to be done to fix it. At My Foundation […]
BASEMENT WATER: 10 CAUSES 10 COMMON CAUSES OF WATER IN YOUR BASEMENT Are you dealing with water in your basement? You might be surprised to learn how common it is for homeowners like yourself to suffer from poor drainage or other issues that can lead to a wet basement. In fact, wet basements are one […]
Cracked Walls? When to Worry If You Have Wall Cracks Here Are a Few Things to Look For No crack in the wall is a “good” crack. That being said, there are some that are more concerning than others. DIY repair might be your first instinct, but there are times when you should contact a […]
Sinkhole Warning Signs, What to Look For What is a Sinkhole, and How Do They Form? There are many different issues that can contribute to foundation failure. Depending on where you live and the soil your home is built on, sinkholes could be one of them. The symptoms range from subtle to sudden, so it […]
Critters and Concrete: Animal Infestation Could Critters be Creating Voids Under Your Concrete? Photo to right by Jared Belson. Finally! Across the U.S., signs of spring are beginning to bloom. After a long winter, many homeowners are ready to enjoy warmer weather, blooming flowers, and the return of chirping birds. But those rising temperatures bring […]
Concentric Vs. Eccentric Piers When it comes to foundation repair work on your home, there are several choices that need to be made. These choices include choosing which piers you will use, whether you need solutions to your waterproofing or foundation needs. No matter the issue at hand, the method of underpinning using either eccentric […]
Why Do-it-Yourself Crack Injections Fail As a homeowner, cracks in your foundation can be worrisome. While not all cracks are signs of structural failure, all cracks should be assessed and repaired by a professional. There are two types of cracks, dormant and active. Dormant cracks may have been patched with cement grout or mortar. This can […]
Is it Safe to Live in a House During Foundation Repairs? If you’ve noticed shifting, settling, or sinking areas of your home, it’s likely that your foundation is moving. Foundation problems are rarely caused by poor construction, but rather poor compaction, and more commonly, poor water drainage. A common question we receive from homeowners is […]
What to Do for a Chipping Foundation Foundations can deteriorate and chip, or flake off. This kind of deterioration of concrete is known as spalling. A chipping foundation also signifies other moisture-related issues. Therefore, it’s important to have this problem inspected as soon as possible. What Causes a Foundation to Chip or Crumble? Aside from […]
What Are Plate Anchors Used for in Foundation Repairs? Understanding what plate anchors are, and what they are used for can help homeowners better understand the foundation repair process. Anchors Repair Bowing and Cracked Foundation Walls. Our contractors use ECP Plate Anchors for bowed and cracked foundation walls. They are an economical repair method for […]