In most Houston homes, plumbing systems are installed underneath the slab, which is typically done in homes that sit on a pier and beam foundation, or within the slab, in the case of a slab-on-grade foundation. However, concrete slabs and plumbing systems aren’t a good combination. That is mainly because foundation issues can lead to plumbing problems, while plumbing problems, like a burst pipe under your home, could cause damage to the foundation ..read more

With extreme weather events, including heat waves, heavy rain, and big storms,predicted to become more frequent and intense over the next few years, the obvious first step toward protecting your Houston home from flooding is to elevate it above theBFE ..read more

Thetypical foundation repair process consists of 6 main steps. However, there are a series of intermediary steps that are just as important. Knowing all the steps involved in the foundation repair process will allow you to better understand what you can expect when repairing your foundation and what you should do before, during, and after the repair. To help you prepare yourself for this major undertaking, here is a detailed explanation of all these steps ..read more

From ground covers to large trees, all plants need water to grow and thrive. Although April showers might seem annoying, they’re vital to the survival of many plant species.  However, the heavy rainfall and thunderstorms that usually hit the greater Houston area from the spring to the end of summer can also lead to widespread flood damage to properties ..read more

As a homeowner, you want your home to be the safest place for you and your family. But as your house grows older and settles into the earth, certain things may start to affect its foundation. A crack here, aspalled concrete area there, and your foundation will need to be repaired before you know it ..read more

Concrete is one of the most durable building materials available today. With its long lifespan, ease of maintenance, and high resistance to weather elements, a concrete foundation is more durable than any other type of foundation a Houston home might have. While these characteristics can make a homeowner think that a concrete foundation is indestructible, in reality, rainy or dry weather, as well as temperatures that are too high or too low, can negatively impact the structural integrity of any concrete structure ..read more

Whether your home needs foundation work to fix existing structural damage or to repair or replace a broken pipe underneath your concrete slab, underground tunneling provides a great alternative to cutting through the slab. In short, tunneling involves digging one or more tunnels under your foundation so that professionals can get to the source of the problem and make all the repairs required without causing damage to the structure above ..read more

The winter is almost over! As the spring draws near, the warmer air andincreased humidity create the perfect conditions for nature to come back to life. On the downside, higher temperature and moisture levels are also ideal for a termite invasion ..read more

Maybe the crawlspace isn’t the heart of your home. However, the crawlspace is one of the few elements that can reveal the health and durability of a Houston home. Simply put, a problem that affects your crawlspace may indicate specific foundation issues that could lead to significant damage throughout your home if left untreated. Thus, identifying crawlspace issues is a crucial part of preventative foundation maintenance ..read more

When it comes to homes located in Houston, TX, foundation maintenance usually involves keeping relatively constant moisture levels in the soil around the house. Since any type of foundation could suffer early failure due toexpansive clay soil, controlling potential volumetric changes that may occur due to variations in the soil moisture content is the only way to prevent damage and ensure your foundation will last for decades, just as it is supposed to ..read more