Getting to the Root of Foundation Issues Majestic trees in your front yard may add beauty and shade to your property, but what’s happening beneath the surface? Are the root systems damaging your home’s foundation? Trees can bring many benefits to your property. They add to the curb appeal, and by providing shade, they can […]
Cinder Block Wall Repair: What the Cracks Are Telling You A cracked cinder block wall is not always a sign of failure, but it is always worth looking into. The shape, width, and direction of the crack point to what is happening in the ground and in the block, and that tells you whether cinder […]
Does My Foundation Need Push Piers? Is your foundation sinking? Are your walls sagging? Push piers can give your home the lift and stabilization it needs. To do so, a bracket is placed under your foundation. Steel piles (rods) are then driven beneath the structure until they hit the load-bearing strata. (Also known as “bedrock,” […]
Dangers of Landscaping Spring is the perfect time to begin planting and landscaping. Flowers, shrubs, bushes, and trees can be a great addition to your property. Whether it be your home or your business, adding a bit of greenery can be a great thing! It makes your property look beautiful. However, planting and landscaping needs […]
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes The winter season is in full force, and that means that your home is in danger of having problems if you are not prepared for cold weather. Your home needs care in cold weather too! In this article, we’ll be discussing some of the ways to prevent frozen pipes and […]
Why Is My Ceiling Cracking? What the Cracks Are Telling You A ceiling cracks for one of three reasons: the drywall or plaster is reacting to normal swings in temperature and humidity, the house is going through minor foundation settling, or water is leaking in from above. Most of the time the cause is cosmetic […]
Water: Good for Us, Not Our Homes By Don Carter, Engineer I assess damaged houses for a living, and I have concluded that if all homeowners were diligent about water management, I’d probably be out of work. Here is why: most Kansas City area homes are built on expansive clay soil. Clay is the stuff […]
Basement Crack Repair Q & A A few questions answered that we hear frequently in regards to basement wall cracks and basement crack repair: Q. How do I know a crack in my basement wall is something I should be concerned about? A. Not all cracks in basement walls (or floors) mean you have big […]
3 Things You Might Not Consider Foundation Problems Obscure Foundation Problems There are obvious foundation problems that indicate you might have an issue with your foundation. But are there things going on around your home that you wouldn’t normally associate with foundation problems? We know a few examples and want you to watch out for […]
Foundation Repair DIY and Cost Questions Is Foundation Repair a good DIY project? Foundation repair is a home repair that should not be considered a do-it-yourself project. To diagnose a foundation problem, you need a foundation repair expert or a structural engineer. While a homeowner can recognize foundation problems such as settlement, sloping floors, or […]