Homeowners who experience saturated yards or even flooded basement after a rainfall may be wondering how to achieve better drainage on their property. One of the best landscaping drainage options is a French drain. Named after Henry Flagg French, the French drain was originally created for use on farm lands. However, this type of drainage system…
The foundation is inarguably the most important part of any building or structure. It is basically what a building or structure stands on and the better and stronger the foundation is, then the longer a particular building or structure can last. Problems with the foundation are, however, bound to arise for any reasons, which is…
When summer comes, the weather is usually scorching and sunny. As a result, the foundations of your house can become subject to significant changes in temperature and humidity. This can affect the structural integrity of your home and lead to expensive repairs down the line. Summertime heat can cause severe damage to your home’s foundation,…
A solid and stable foundation is key to the longevity and structural integrity of your building. However, the soil type on which you build your foundation can significantly affect its strength and stability. Different soil types have varying load-bearing capacities and moisture content that impact how a foundation settles and shifts over time. The soil…
Summer in Texas can be described in one word: brutal. Summertime in Texas, even in the Northern parts, can range in the triple-digits (100+ degrees) for at least three to four months out of the year, and sometimes longer. The hot, dry weather can wreak havoc on your foundation, and it can be a long…
In the late 40s and 50s, pier and beam foundations were the standard choice for home construction in central Texas. However, with the growth of the suburbs in the 60s and 70s, slab foundations became the norm. Although not as common today, pier and beam foundations remain in use in some parts of Texas. Read…
From Hurricanes and tornadoes to floods and droughts, the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area is known for its fair share of natural disasters. In particular, prolonged droughts are widespread throughout Texas. Persistent dryness and drought conditions can cause severe damage to your home’s foundation. Remember, drought reduces the moisture levels in the soil, which causes your…
A soaker hose is the most efficient of the foundation irrigation techniques. Most local governments are in favor of it since it offers just the right amount of moisture without overwatering the whole region. The distance between the system and the foundation should be twelve and eighteen inches. Let us look at some of the…
Having a pier and beam foundation is a great thing because this type of foundation is built to withstand a lot of shifting, settling, and other types of ground movement. However, just as with other types of foundations, you may run into issues from time to time. Because of this, it is very important that…
As a result of a drought, your yard will seem a lot different. Your grass may turn brown, and the outdoor plants will seem dry. However, what is going on beneath the ground? Please find out how droughts may damage the foundation of your house and what to do about it. How Does Drought Affect…