This is an archive of all the blog posts about foundation repair on our website.
There’s a reason helical piers (also known as helical piles or screw piles) are often the first choice when it comes to building foundations in new construction projects. They’re easy to install, cost-effective, and eco-friendly. They have a wide variety [...]
There are a variety of ways to underpin (i.e. lift up) a building that has settled and in this article we’re going to take a look at the difference between hydraulic piers and pressed concrete piers. We’re then going to [...]
Soil scouring vs erosion Soil scouring is a form of soil erosion. So, let’s start by talking briefly about erosion… Soil erosion is a natural process that happens when areas of the earth’s surface or substrate wear down because [...]
When it comes to building foundations in Florida - or anywhere for that matter - all soil types are not created equal. Some types of soil are excellent for building foundations, others are OK, and some are to be avoided [...]
Foundation issues are problems you don’t want to ignore. If left unchecked, they can lead to significant structural damage and extremely costly repairs. The world’s most famous example of foundation failure is the Leaning Tower of Pisa,which was caused [...]
