Too much water in the soil can cause serious foundation problems; however too little water can also be problematic.
Depending on various soil characteristics, drought conditions can cause foundation cracks and other problems that could result in leaks and other damage to the base of a home.
Avoiding serious drought-related [...]
A cracked foundation can be a serious structural problem for your home or building.
Foundation cracks, no matter how minor they may seem, should always be examined by a foundation professional so the severity and need for repair can be assessed and hairline cracks may not need attention, although deeper or [...]
Foundation cracks are a fairly common problem for homes in regions that experience weather extremes and cold temperatures well below the freezing point.
Though many of these minor cracks may be almost too small to see, once water seepage is noticed foundation wall repairs become necessary.
Unfortunately, poor repairs are [...]
Home foundation cracks are common in areas where the winter temperatures go below freezing.
As strong as they may be, your cement or block foundations can still develop significant issues or even experience foundation movement as the ground repeatedly freezes and thaws over the years.
Ground freezing is one of the [...]