What are helical tieback anchors? What kind of foundation problems should they be utilized for? Why should I choose this method to support or fix my foundation? These may be some of the questions you’re asking yourself, but the good news is that helical tiebacks are not nearly as scary as they sound, and they …
If you live in the Decatur, AL area, you may have problems with your foundation due to the soil type. The soil in Decatur, AL is clay, and therefore it shrinks and swells depending on moisture levels. This results in foundation movement, causing the foundation to heave, crack, and settle unevenly. Clay soils expand with …
When the rainy weather won’t let up, it’s important to consider the effect water has on your driveway. If your driveway is raised, uneven, or pulling away from your garage, there may be concrete issues at play due to moisture, improper soil compaction, or poor drainage. While it’s easier to set the worry aside for …
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Alabama Crack Repair by “The Crack Guys” Both exterior and interior cracks can be signs of a more serious underlying structural issue and indicate a need for professional crack repair. Here are some of the types of cracks that you might see in the exterior areas of your home and the problems that may be …
Look for Floor Joist Problems in Your Alabama Home Sinking, sloping floors are a real possibility in your home. In many cases, a sinking or uneven floor in your home is the result of floor joist problems. The floor joist is the supportive structure that holds up your entire home. If this structure becomes unstable, …
Recently, Alabama has been experiencing some severe drought conditions. Earlier this year, around November 21, NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) predicted that the state would likely remain in drought throughout February of 2017. Even with the small amounts of rain parts of the state have received in the past few weeks, it is not enough …
Should You Try to Repair Your Floor Joists on Your Own? If you have wooden floor joists in your home, they may become rotted and weakened over time due to moisture or pests. This can cause the floor joists to bow or sag, leading to an uneven floor above. Many Alabama homeowners will attempt to …
Why Invest in Home Foundation Repair? The foundation of your home is, arguably, the most important part. Without a solid foundation, your home could be at risk of collapse or other structural issues, water damage, flooding, or pest entry. The foundation, whether it is a slab, crawlspace, or basement foundation, holds up the entire home. That …
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Sagging Foundation in your Huntsville Home? Problems with the foundation of your home can be major issues. If your foundation starts to settle or sag, it may result in structural damage throughout the home. Sagging foundations can also increase the chances that cracks will form in the concrete. When the concrete becomes cracked, it can …
Is there a Solution to Cracked Home Foundations? One of the most concerning issues for homeowners is the appearance of cracks in the home. Cracks commonly appear in walls, ceiling, concrete flooring, and brickwork of many Alabama homes. Sometimes these cracks can be fixed be filling them in and painting over them. However, particularly concerning …
