When you think about sinking foundations, you may have a drastic picture in your head of a crooked house half sunk into the ground. While this can certainly happen, it’s more likely that you would see subtle hints such as sticking windows and doors or cracks in your foundation. So while shifting earth and water …

Termites are a common pest found in Texas. In fact, the three most common and damaging termite species in Houston include: Formosan Subterranean Termites, which are very aggressive. They build nests underground and eat through the wood above their nests, causing millions a year in structural damage. Native Subterranean Termites, which are extremely destructive. They …

Immediate repair is needed if you have pier and beam foundation issues. This is critical to avoid further damage like foundation movements and sagging. Letting these issues go without proper inspection and repair can have devastating consequences for your property later. While all structures are different, pier and beam foundations share common traits. Check out …

Protecting your home’s foundation in College Station is critical to whole-house health. If you don’t have a strong, well-maintained foundation, you could experience structural issues that eventually can lead to collapse. Regular maintenance keeps serious foundation issues away and keeps your potential repair costs low. Here are some tips to ensure a healthy College Station …

It’s not uncommon for homeowners in Houston to experience foundation problems. These problems most often occur because homes are constructed on soil composed of clay and sand, which are less stable and supportive than hard rock. In fact, Texas ranks rather on high when it comes to states with the most home foundation problems. Fortunately, …

You may not equate your gutters to your foundation in any way, but the truth is, they are directly related to one another. How you treat one will affect the other, and vice versa. Because your foundation health is impacted by how often you clean your gutters — or even if you have gutters on …

The foundation is the most important part of any structure. It’s responsible for carrying and holding the entire load of the building above it – not just the weight of the structure itself but the weight of other stressors such wind, rain, floods or earthquakes. Let’s take a look at why a solid foundation is …

Are you a Bellaire homeowner? You may not think about your home’s foundation very often, but it’s a very important component of your home. Regularly inspecting the foundation will ensure you can catch any small problems before they worsen, saving you thousands in foundation repair costs later on. Keep in mind, it’s normal for your …

As a homeowner, you likely prioritize home repairs depending on how soon they need to be done. An overflowing toilet is priority #1…a kitchen faucet that sprays water all over the room is also a priority, and so on. But most homeowners, if they even notice the tiny cracks in their foundation at all, aren’t …

No matter where you live in Texas, from Austin to Conroe to Sugar Land, trees are a centerpiece of life here in the Lone Star State. Most mature neighborhoods have lots of trees, and with those beautiful trees come tree roots. While tree roots aren’t bad in and of themselves, they can pose a problem …