Soil. We all know how much the right soil matters to our plants and lawn. We know dirt can make a mess when it’s tracked into our houses. But how often do we think about the soil’s effect on a home’s foundation? How often do we consider how the clay soil and temperature swings so…
Why Soil Expands and Contracts—and How It Affects Your Foundation
Foundation Repair or Home Remodel First?
Whether you’ve been living in your Oklahoma home for a while or you recently moved into a new dwelling, you may be considering home improvements. You may be dreaming of a bigger kitchen or a more luxurious bathroom. You might love the thought of new, energy-efficient windows or a beautiful backyard deck to relax on…
Know the Ins and Outs of Caring for Your Home’s Crawl Space
If you own a home in Oklahoma, it probably has a crawl space. The question is, what are you doing to make sure it stays in good condition? Many homeowners never give this vital area of their home a thought until it’s too late, and they find themselves facing costly foundation repairs, air quality problems,…
What Is Radon? What Does It Have to Do with My Foundation?
When it comes to caring for your home and keeping it in tip-top shape, it helps to know about radon and how it can affect your home foundation. Never heard of radon? Heard of it but didn’t realize your home or you as a homeowner can be harmed by it? You’re not alone. While radon…
Do Small Earthquakes Damage My Home’s Foundation?
When you hear the word “earthquake” you probably picture huge cracks in the ground, swaying buildings, and piles of rubble. These are certainly markers of catastrophic, once-in-a-lifetime quakes, but much more common are the weaker “mini” earthquakes. These can range from being totally imperceptible to causing moderate damage in a localized area. It’s the latter…