French Drains and How They Work Water always flows downhill by the easiest route possible. That’s the basic concept behind a French drain. French drains are used by property owners who face drainage issues that may damage their homes, buildings, and property.  Since water flows downward along paths of least resistance, it can collect […]

How to Keep Tree Roots from Harming Your Home’s Foundation Ornamental trees provide us with cooling shade in the summer, provide songbirds with nesting places and increase the value of our homes.  They can also be a real threat to your home’s foundation – but not for the reason most people think. Although tree and

What does a Foundation Repair Permit involve? Most cities in the DFW area now require a foundation repair permit. While every city has its own process, most have the same requirements. Below is the step by step process for pulling a foundation repair permit. 1. Obtain an initial structural engineer’s report that meets the city’s

3 easy steps to determine if it is time to seek out a foundation repair expert. 1.  Check doors: Doors sticking are often times the most obvious indicators of foundation movement. If you have lived in Texas for long, more than likely you have noticed this at one time or another in your own home.

5 Facts You Need to Know About Watering Your Foundation.   1. Sprinkler systems are not enough. Almost all homes in North Texas show some sign of minor movement also known as settling. This area is notorious for clay soil and it can wreak havoc on your foundation if given the chance. The best way

Fall Foundation Maintenance Tips Most homeowners think of summer as the time to pay particular attention to their home’s foundation. Here in the Fort Worth area, our hot, dry summers can cause the soil around your foundation to crack and shift. As we move into the cooler, wetter months it’s not the lack of water

Foundation Warranties Shopping for a foundation repair company in Fort Worth and the surrounding areas can be a little overwhelming. Different foundation repair companies offer different solutions, different levels of expertise and different warranties on their repairs. Many offer lifetime transferable warranties on their work, but include a lot of confusing fine print. Homeowners need

Ways You may be Damaging Your Home’s Foundation Although severe foundation damages are mostly caused by natural disasters such as floods, storms, and hurricanes, there are certain human activities that can damage your home’s foundation. The following are a few common ways you might be damaging your foundation and what you can do to avoid

North Texas Soil And Your Home Foundation The North Texas soil is a major factor in foundation damage. The majority of the north forms part of the Texas Blackland Prairie which is made up of relatively deep soil with the bedrock sitting far below. In the western part of this prairie, a chalk bedrock helps