It can sometimes feel that your work is never-ending as a homeowner. It is a window that needs to be replaced if not the roof that needs repair! Prioritizing some projects and delaying others makes sense since you have only so much time and money. Delay is not an advisable practice when it comes to…
Not all of the homes in Texas are built the same, and the same can be said about the foundation. There are different types of foundations and one of the more common foundation types is a concrete slab. Less popular than the concrete slab but still used greatly throughout Texas is the Pier and Beam…
A concrete slab may seem like a strong and durable foundation for a home. However, if water or leaks develop around or near the foundation, it can lead to a number of problems that greatly affect the home’s foundation. As concrete slab foundation is one of the most common types of foundations used. Therefore, it…
When you think about the landscape on your property, many people don’t realize how important it is to have proper drainage. You need to be able to keep water flowing away from your home when your area experiences heavy rainfall. Without proper drainage, it can have big consequences for your home’s foundation. Water is the…
When your foundation is showing signs of distress, you should seek out a professional foundation repair contractor. Repairing a foundation is no DIY task. You may think a crack is a basic problem. However the entire foundation as well as the home may be at risk. When you hire a professional contractor to repair your…
Only until there is a problem with the foundation, most homeowners do not concern themselves with the foundation of their home. By a specialist such as DuraTech Texas, many of the foundation problems can be repaired. Homeowners are confused about how the foundation can be damaged in the first place when it does happen. A…
A home is built on different types of foundations. One of these types of foundations is a pier and beam that was a popular type of foundation used during the 1960’s. Today some homes are still built with a pier and beam foundation. Whether you own an older home or have a newer home with…
As a homeowner, there are several home maintenance things that you are constantly taking care of. One thing that many homeowners don’t think of very often is their foundation. The foundation that your home is built on is an important part of the safety of your home. There are several signs that can be present…
Do you notice the floors in your home bows or doesn’t feel flat? This is a common sign that your foundation is having a problem. A foundation can become unleveled, which puts stress on the entire home’s structure. When the foundation is no longer level it will need to be corrected. This will involve identifying…
Slab foundations are one of the most popular types of foundation in many parts of Texas. Since we see hot summers and pretty mild winters, slab foundations are able to adapt quite easily to the change in temperature. However, just because we see that mild weather here in Texas, it doesn’t mean that you are…
