When shopping for a new home, most home buyers look for specific features such as a big kitchen or inviting backyard. But there’s something else that wise buyers add to their checklist, especially when looking for a house in Oklahoma—a foundation that is in good condition. A Strong Foundation Means a Safe Home Buying a…
Buying a House? Check for These 7 Signs of Structural Problems
How Moisture Affects Your Home’s Foundation
As homeowners, we often don’t think much about ways that moisture affects our house foundation until we start to notice signs of issues—like cracked walls and floors, water leaks, and moisture damage. But with some practical knowledge about what moisture can do to a home foundation, it’s possible to avoid many problems before they have…
Why Soil Expands and Contracts—and How It Affects Your Foundation
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…
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,…