Did you know? The American Society of Civil Engineers estimates that 1/4 of all homes in the United States have some damage caused by expansive soils. Unfortunately, expansive soils are generally the cause for foundation problems. Foundation problems can be a big problem. Left unaddressed, your entire foundation could separate, destroying your home! The problem is made worse in Texas, where th...e soil is largely clay. Clay is more prone to movement when moisture evaporates. Cities like Fort Worth, with an abundance of brick homes, see more problems because brick weighs more than siding or wood and therefore adds more stress to foundation. Often times, piers must be installed beneath a home (especially homes with slab foundation) to help it better withstand shifts in the soil. This involves hydraulically driving concrete or steel tube sections, which must be driven to refusal, supporting the weight. Texas homes that have Pier and Beam foundations are also susceptible to the shifty soils of Texas, but repairable, with an experienced, knowledgeable company. As a homeowner, your best bet is to take precautions to protect the foundation with watering. Homeowners should watch for the development of gaps in the soil near the foundation, and should keep that soil next to the foundation consistently moist, especially during times of drought. Some experts also suggest placing mulch, which can slow moisture evaporation around landscaping near the foundation. With the ever shifting soils of Texas, even consistent watering of the foundation may not be enough.
Once a problem is suspected, homeowners should act quickly. As soon as you see interior or exterior cracks, or doors and windows that stick, it's best to get a reputable company out there to look at it. The longer you wait, the more expensive it's going to become. At GLP Foundation Repair, our reputation is important to us. GLP Foundation Repair is with Angie’s list and the BBB. Trust your home to a company with Integrity. Our customers love us! Schedule your no obligation home or business foundation inspection today with one of our foundation experts
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