In a word: yes. Home repairs are not cheap. We get it. The last thing you want to improve is your home’s foundation, which no one really cares about or sees beyond its functionality. But it’s vitally important to not neglect this important task. Repairing your foundation now will ensure you don’t run into more …

If you suspect you have a slab leak, your first thought may jump to how much it will cost to fix. Your second thought may be: will my homeowners’ insurance cover the cost of repairs? Everyone’s insurance is different, so it’s always wise to call your agent and ask what the details of coverage are. …

Hot weather is par for the course here in Texas. Not only does it pose problems for people and pets, it poses problems for house foundations too. In fact, extremely hot weather and humidity can cause cracks in your foundation, leading to the need for foundation repair. But you can prevent cracking and deterioration by …

If you are a homeowner, it is wise to know how your foundation is faring in terms of health. On a regular basis, it’s important to maintain the many structures in your home, from your HVAC system to the roof to the plumbing system. But one of the most commonly-overlooked components in any house is …

Your foundation is very important to your Texas home, as it makes up the structural basis of the house. As you can imagine, it should be protected in the best way possible, throughout all months of the year. Proper protection will keep leaks and flooding at bay, not to mention shifting and erosion. Did you …

If you have a wet basement, it is likely due to clogged or misguided gutters and downspouts. In fact, this is the most common reason for basement moisture or flooding. Sometimes, cracks in the foundation can allow water filtration as well. If you get water damage every time it rains, you may want to consider …

Concrete slab foundations are very common in Houston homes. They typically feature a vapor barrier, reinforcing rebar or post tension cable, plumbing elements, and then of course the concrete. When constructed properly, slab foundations can be quite durable and dependable for any size home. But sometimes they pose challenges when they have been compromised by …

Root barriers are installed when there is a concern that far-reaching tree roots are expanding and damaging the area around your house. Damage from tree roots, you say? Yup, and it’s more common than you think. They can affect the integrity of your foundation, as well as your plumbing system and landscaping. Trees that have …

Slab leaks are nothing you want to have in your home. Yet, they are a common plumbing disaster that’s just waiting to occur in your home. They’re basically water leaks originating underneath slabs of concrete in your house. That’s why they’re so frustrating and damaging: you can’t see where they’re coming from because they are …

Your foundation forms the structural basis of your home, and thus must be protected at all costs. You can’t let the slightest landscaping snafus negatively impact your foundation in any way. That’s why you should heed these seven landscaping tips that will protect your foundation. Plant trees away from your foundation. Your trees’ root systems …