While foundation movement problems can result from many factors, including poor construction procedures, the most common cause is undoubtedly a result of differential soil movement. In Texas many homes are located on expansive clay soils. These soils respond in a like manner to a sponge, increasing in volume with moisture gains while shrinking with moisture loss. As long as all soils supporting the foundation experience the same volume changes, problems may not develop. However, when a portion of these soils moves differently to those under the rest of the foundation, distress can develop in the structure.
The key to minimizing foundation movement is to maintain as consistent moisture content in underlying soils as is possible. Soil behavior can be aggravated by climatic conditions or from excess moisture due to plumbing leaks or drainage problems. These conditions, along with tree root drying effects can cause excessive foundation movement.
Regular changes in soil volumes will expose the foundation to continual flexure. As this movement intensifies, cracking will initially develop in rigid surfaces such as brick and drywall, followed by cracking of the foundation, door misfits and sloping floors. Continual movement can seriously damage homes and result in reduced property values.
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Foundation Inspection and Evaluation
The perimeter of the home is visually inspected for exterior signs of foundation movement. Next the interior of the home for signs of foundation distress is inspected. Once the inspection has been completed we can determine if any work is needed. An explanation is given at the time of the inspection of recommended repairs if necessary. The Engineer's report is typically ready the next business day which will include conclusions and recommendations to remedy the foundation problem.
GLP Foundation Repair and Drainage Solutions, LLC.
Located in Fort Worth, specializes in residential capital improvements including Foundation Repair for Slab on grade as well as Pier & Beam Foundation Repair and Drainage Correction. GLP offers free Drainage Correction inspections as well as foundation repair evaluations for homeowners and buyers in Fort Worth. GLP Foundation and Drainage Solutions works extensively with real estate and mortgage professionals all over the Fort Worth area, so we are well versed with title offices and Realtors.
GLP provides FREE Foundation and Drainage Assessments in Fort Worth to establish whether or not the home is in need of Foundation Repair or needs drainage. If it is, we can schedule the work quickly and all documents can be processed efficiently in the event the home is for sale. All jobs are finalized by third party licensed structural engineer.GLP Foundation Repair, LLC. is the Fort Worth foundation repair and drainage solutions expert. GLP is especially well experienced in drainage correction, slab repair and pier & beam foundation repair. Of importance to note, is that an engineer report is also submitted guiding the client as well as GLP if needed. GLPDFW.com offers its clients the best foundation warranty in Fort Worth. GLP also offers free inspection of the properties before making recommendations on the repair work needed. Since the integrity level of GLP has never been questioned, the clients are reassured that the work recommendations given are genuine. Since North Texas has had record rains recently, GLP Drainage Solutions of Fort Worth, has been recommending and installing storm pipe water drainage systems with catch basins as well as channel drains to ensure the drainage problems are completely eradicated in Fort Worth.
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