Mine Subsidence and Your Foundation
Quick Summary: Kansas City sits above a network of abandoned limestone mines, primarily in the Northland and Clay County, that were carved out using a room-and-pillar method during the city’s building boom in the late 1800s and early 1900s and left unmanaged when mining stopped. As abandoned mine pillars deteriorate from groundwater exposure over decades, […]
How Poor Drainage Causes Foundation Damage
Water can be one of the biggest threats to your home’s foundation. When rainwater does not drain properly, it soaks into the soil around your house. This causes the ground to expand and then shrink when it dries out. As a result, it puts stress on your foundation, which over time can lead to cracks, […]
What to Look For in a Foundation Repair Specialist: Key Factors to Consider
Your home’s foundation holds everything together. If it has problems, you may notice damage to your walls, floors, and more. Therefore, knowing how to choose a foundation repair company is essential. With so many contractors out there, how do you know who to trust? In this simple guide, we’ll cover what to look for in […]
What are the Different Types of Foundation Piers?
The foundation of your home can experience many structural issues over time. One of the most common and severe foundation issues is shifting and settling. This happens if the soil around your foundation is shifting or eroding, or if the piers used during construction are old and require extensive repair. In both cases, homeowners typically […]
What Are Wall Anchors, and How Do They Work?
Bowing walls are a common issue in basements. When the groundwater levels in the soil around your basement rise (either naturally or due to rainfall), it causes hydrostatic pressure that pushes on your basement walls. Over time, this pressure causes the basement walls to crack, bulge, and bow. If left unaddressed, wall bowing can become […]
Carbon Fiber Straps for Foundation Repair
Your foundation keeps your home safe and steady, but over time, soil, water, and shifting ground can cause walls to crack or bow. If these problems aren’t addressed, they can threaten the safety and stability of your entire house. That’s why homeowners turn to carbon fiber straps for foundation repair. They are strong, non-invasive, built […]
