http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/My Foundation Repairs and Waterproofing News2016-06-20T17:03:52+00:00Foundation repair and basement waterproofing news and information.MFR BlogBlogEngine.Net Syndication Generatorhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/opml.axdhttp://www.dotnetblogengine.net/syndication.axdMFR BlogFoundation repair and basement waterproofing news and information.en-GBMy Foundation Repairs and Waterproofing News0.0000000.000000http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2016/06/20/The-Effect-of-Hotter-Drier-than-Expected-Summer-Conditions-on-Alabama-Foundations.aspxThe Effect of Hotter, Drier than Expected Summer Conditions on Alabama Foundations2016-06-20T16:55:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>The Effects of Alabama Summer Weather on Foundations</h1>
<p>This blog post was written by <a href="http://www.affordablefoundationfix.com/" target="_blank">Affordable Foundation and Home Repair</a> of Alabama. We are Your premiere provider of foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and home repair in the Birmingham, Hartselle, and Huntsville, AL areas. Our team is licensed and insured in Alabama and uses <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/" target="_blank">ECP (Earth Contact Products)</a> to ensure that our repairs keep your home sturdy for years to come. Contact us if you are in need of remodeling or foundation repair for your Alabama home.</p>
<p>There have been several reports lately warning Alabama residents to expect even hotter and drier conditions this summer. While you know that the hot, dry, weather during the summertime can be dangerous for you and your family, but you may not realize that this weather also poses a danger to your home's foundation, as warm and dry conditions result in soil shrinkage. </p>
<p>As the temperatures rise and the ground dries out, the soil underneath your home will start to shrink. Soil shrinkage can lead to foundation movement - as the soil shrinks, it will shift and gaps may open up in the ground. If these gaps and spaces in the ground start form in the ground that supports your foundation, the concrete will start to lack the support that it needs. This will cause it to sink, shift, and even crack. Hot weather can also </p>
<p>If you think that the hot and dry weather could be causing foundation problems in your home, look for telltale signs. These signs include cracks in the walls or floor, settling foundation, leaning or bowing walls, sloped floors, and foundation or brick cracks. </p>
<h2>Repair Options for Alabama Foundation Problems this Summer</h2>
<p>If you are worried about your foundation this summer and have started to notice cracks and other signs of a foundation issue, call Affordable Foundation and Home Repair. We have the solutions that you need to fix foundation problems caused by the hot, dry summer weather in Alabama:</p>
<ul>
<li>ECP Helical Tiebacks</li>
<li><a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/steel-piers">ECP Slab Piers</a></li>
<li>ECP Helical Piers</li>
<li><a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/plate-anchors">ECP Plate Anchors</a></li>
<li>Crack Repair</li>
<li>Polyjacking</li>
<li>Concrete Repair</li>
</ul>
<p>These are some of the services that we use to repair foundation problems in homes within our Alabama service area. We use several different kinds of ECP piers to lift sinking foundations and ensure the slab is stabilized. We also specialize in the installation of ECP helical tiebacks or plate anchors to reposition foundations that have started to shift due to soil shrinkage. </p>
<p>Our other services include polyjacking, concrete repair, and crack repair. We use concrete repair and crack repair to fix structural issues and cracks in your home that may have arisen due to the stress the summer weather puts on your foundation. Polyjacking (injecting a polyurethane foam under the slab) is a great solution to fill voids resulting from soil shrinkage and lift your home. </p>
<p>All of these solutions can help to protect your Alabama home's foundation from the negative effects of hot, dry, summer weather.</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2016-06-20T16:55:00+00:00mfradminAlabama residents worried about the hot and dry summer weather affecting their foundations should call Affordable Foundation and Home Repair today.http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=de5010a6-dcc3-4b99-95e7-0c90e8cb19c90http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=de5010a6-dcc3-4b99-95e7-0c90e8cb19c9http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2016/06/20/The-Effect-of-Hotter-Drier-than-Expected-Summer-Conditions-on-Alabama-Foundations.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=de5010a6-dcc3-4b99-95e7-0c90e8cb19c9http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2016/06/08/drought-related-foundation-problems-in-ca.aspxFoundation Problems Become Common in Drought-Plagued California2016-06-08T18:46:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>CA Drought Foundation Problems</h1>
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<p>This blog post was written by <a href="https://www.bayareaunderpinning.com/" target="_blank">Bay Area Underpinning</a>. We are a Vallejo-based foundation repair company that serves the Bay Area of California. We use ECP (Earth Contact Products). Our family-operated company, owned by Steve Egloff, consists of a team of a professional team of trained foundation repair experts licensed in the state of California. Bay Area Underpinning specializes in steel pier installation for the stabilization of foundations in both residential and commercial applications throughout the state of California. </p>
<p>Recently, the drought in California has been causing several major issues for those who live there. What residents of California may not be aware of is that the dry conditions in the state may also be the cause of serious foundation problems. </p>
<p>The lack of rainfall leads to a low moisture level in the soil. As the soil around your home dries out, it can start to shrink. This soil shrinkage may eventually form voids and gaps beneath your foundation, as the shrinking soil shifts and starts to fall away. Voids beneath your foundation are not good - any spaces under the concrete reduce the structural integrity of the foundation. This means that the foundation can start sinking and settling. </p>
<p>If you are worried about foundation sinking due to the drought in your California home, look for the following symptoms of failure: foundation cracks, cracks in the drywall or ceiling, sloped or uneven floors, bowing or leaning walls, and water leakage in home. These are all signs that your foundation could be sinking and is in need of repair from the experts at Bay Area Underpinning. </p>
<h2>Solutions to Drought-Related Foundation Issues in California</h2>
<p>Our foundation lifting techniques involve a variety of piering options using the high-quality steel products from <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/" target="_blank">ECP</a>. Some of these solutions that we offer to lift and stabilize settling foundations include:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Resistance Piers -</strong> These piers are strong and deep-driving making them a good choice even for large buildings and heavy foundations. </li>
<li><strong>Steel Push Piers -</strong> <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/steel-piers">Push piers</a> are a common foundation repair device that utilizes a two-step system to get below the active soil and stabilize homes. </li>
<li><strong>Helical Piers -</strong> These <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/helical-piers">piers</a> are screwed into the ground for more stability and are ideal for applications where resistance to tension or compressive force is needed.</li>
<li><strong>Slab Piers -</strong> Used mechanically or hydraulically and are an economical choice for homeowners with sinking slab foundations.</li>
</ul>
<p>All of these repair options from ECP help to stabilize your foundation and prevent the drought from causing foundation failure in the future. If you have a sinking foundation in California due to the drought, underpinning with ECP products can help. </p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2016-06-08T18:46:00+00:00mfradminIf you are experiencing drought-related foundation problems in your California home, you may need foundation repair using ECP steel piering products.http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=d913d4f3-8a7f-481b-b3f9-7e6e351518380http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=d913d4f3-8a7f-481b-b3f9-7e6e35151838http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2016/06/08/drought-related-foundation-problems-in-ca.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=d913d4f3-8a7f-481b-b3f9-7e6e35151838http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/03/16/What-is-Anchor-Foundation-Repair-and-When-is-it-UsedWhat-|-My-Foundation-Repair.aspxWhat is Anchor Foundation Repair and When is it Used?2015-03-16T14:01:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>What is Anchor Foundation Repair and When is it Used?</h1>
<p>A foundation may need repaired if you have cracks in your foundation, windows and doors that do not close or fully lock, stair step cracks in brick lines, or the seperation of caulk from the edges of windows and doors.</p>
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<p>Soil and base types are very diverse. Soils range from shallow clay, weathered and dry, to the hearty deep soils. These soils vary including water holding capacity, acidity, depth and nutrient status. All of these properties can influence the potential for successful foundations. My Foundation Repairs will review your foundational issues and choose the proper repair tools for your specific needs.</p>
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<p>There is a wide range of options for foundation repair. <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/">My Foundation Repair</a>s has a skilled staff to review your particular issue and offer the best solution at the most reasonable price. Business owners and homeowners should be aware of the signs that they may have a problem with their foundation. Some of these signs are: </p>
<ul>
<li>Stair cracks</li>
<li>Leaning chimney</li>
<li>Sticking doors and windows</li>
<li>Cracks in walls</li>
<li>Cracks in floors</li>
<li>Drywall cracks</li>
<li>Stoop and porch settlement</li>
</ul>
<p> My Foundation Repairs uses only top grade, quality repair tools made by<a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/"> Earth Contact Products (ECP)</a>. ECP repair parts made right here in the United States of America to ensure quality craftsmanship.</p>
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<h2>What are my options for repair?</h2>
<p> There are several time tested repair techniques used by My Foundation Repairs:</p>
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<p>Heavy-duty <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/steel-piers">steel push piers</a> are used to permanently lift your home back to its original position. These piers are driven into the ground and the weight of the structure is shifted from weaker soils and distributed onto the<img style="float: right;" src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/image.axd?picture=2014%2f2%2fPlateAnchor.jpg" alt="Wall repair using wall plate anchors" width="200" height="100" /> steel piers. The piers is an end-bearing pier that does not rely upon nor require skin friction to produce support. The advantages to using a push pier system is portable equipment allows for installation in smaller areas, such as crawlspaces. They are load tested during the installation process, they allow for lifting of settled structures, and are corrosion protected.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/helical-piers">Helical piers</a> are used for the stabilization of foundations where there are smaller buildings or homes, unstable rock basement or very deep load bearing layers. Helical piers are used where there is a need to resist a tension or compressible force or both. A helical pier is a steel shaft, similar to a large screw that provides support for a wide variety of structures. Helical piers are often used when soil conditions do not allow for a traditional foundation system.</p>
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<p>Helical tiebacks are used to stabilize bowing basement walls. The most common reason for bowing walls is water pressure. It can push the walls upwards (hydro-static pressure) or push laterally against a wall, especially in the colder climates. These wall plate anchors called Helical tiebacks consist of an inside wall plate, an outside anchor and a high strength rod that ties them together. Wall anchors are the most cost-effective method for providing stabilization of bowed walls that have been affected by water and/or hydro-static pressure.</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-03-16T14:01:00+00:00mfradminMy Foundation Repairs uses ECP products for foundation repair. These products are the very best in the industry. http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=642c45a5-e3bb-492e-ab68-4103119392ba0http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=642c45a5-e3bb-492e-ab68-4103119392bahttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/03/16/What-is-Anchor-Foundation-Repair-and-When-is-it-UsedWhat-|-My-Foundation-Repair.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=642c45a5-e3bb-492e-ab68-4103119392bahttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/03/12/Are-Cracks-in-the-Ceiling-Normal-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspxAre Cracks in the Ceiling Normal?2015-03-12T17:18:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>Ceiling Cracks Repaired by My Foundation Repair </h1>
<p>Knowing the difference in ceiling cracks can reduce your stress and help save your home. All homes and businesses are subject to movement, that is normal. It can be caused by weather fluctuations or by settling groundwork below the home or business. If you are seeing cracks in your ceiling, there are a few things to check to see if the cracks in the ceiling are due to age or structural damage.</p>
<ul>
<li>Where are the cracks located? The location of the cracks in your ceiling are a good way to tell what is going on. Normally, if the crack is located along the edges of the ceiling it is because of house settlement. Cracks across the middle of a room can be troublesome and should be addressed immediately by one of the professionals at My Foundation Repairs. Multiple, wide, or long cracks in the middle of the ceiling should be looked at as there may be more going on than the everyday home or business owner can detect.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Are your ceilings bowed? If you notice a bow in your ceiling along with visible signs of cracking , that is a sign of a large problem. The joists in a home can only support a certain amount of weight, but once that weight is surpassed then the support weakens, the ceiling sags, and before you know it the ceiling collapses.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Ceiling Crack Repair</h2>
<p>If ceiling cracks are a result of a foundation problem, My Foundadtion Repairs has contractors that use underpinning products manufactured by <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/">Earth Contact Produccts (ECP),</a> the leader in<img class="img-responsive" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 10px 10px;" src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/images/underpinning-piering-solutions.jpg" alt="advanced foundation repair with underpinning and piering methods" /> foundation repair products in the industry. These ECP underpinning products are <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/STEEL_PIERS.asp">steel push piers</a> and <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/HELICAL_PIER.asp">helical piers</a>. These piers are driven deep into the ground through unstable soil layers until they reach a solid soil layer. Then each pier is load tested. After load testing the entire weight of the structure is transferred onto the piers to level and stabilize the foundation. </p>
<p>So if you notice ceiling cracks, it is important to contact a professional to come and inspect your home and see if the cracks are due to foundation problems. My Foundation Repairs will send a contractor out to give you a free inspection and offer you the best foundation repair solutions for your repair needs. It is important to get the repair done as soon as the issue is noticed. The sooner you get your foundation repair done, the least amount of structural damage will occur throughout your home.</p>
<h2>Ceiling Cracks are Often Times Normal</h2>
<p>What do matching vertical cracks mean? A crack that runs vertically across the ceiling and continue onto the wall are a major concern. This is a sign of structural damage to the home or business in question. Usually this can be attributed to a natural disaster such as an earthquake or tornado, the settling of a home over an extended time, or a man made incident. Note that the size of the crack can help you determine the severity of your problem. You can contact My Foundation Repairs to schedule an estimate.</p>
<p>What does the term spiderweb cracks mean? Spiderweb cracks are not necessarily located just in the ceiling of a home or business. They can also be found in walls, floors, and grout lines. Most of the time a spiderweb crack appears in older homes and is caused by the settling of a house or business. Spiderwebs are normal; however, with this being said if you notice a crack that is over 1/16 inches wide, contact a professional to investigate the situation.</p>
<p>The most common reason for ceiling cracks is moisture, and frankly that is normal also. It is recommended to find the source of the moisture and eliminate the problem. Moisture often times is the result of improper water drainage. Perhaps, the gutter system is clogged or there is another cause for the roof to leak. This moisture, change in temperature, and air floor change can cause cracks. Thankfully My Foundation Repairs is here to help you.</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-03-12T17:18:00+00:00mfradminCeiling cracks can be a sing of foundation settlement. Contact My Foundation Repairs for a free inspection. We use ECP products, the best in the industry.http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=b8965d58-1121-497d-8944-df45fb8c6d660http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=b8965d58-1121-497d-8944-df45fb8c6d66http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/03/12/Are-Cracks-in-the-Ceiling-Normal-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=b8965d58-1121-497d-8944-df45fb8c6d66http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/Poured-Concrete-Precast-and-Block-Foundation-Repair-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspxTypes of Basement Construction2015-02-11T17:52:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>Types of Basement Construction</h1>
<p>There are several types of basement construction. The basement foundation of a home provides the strength to keep the home and foundation standing in all types of weather and environmental changes. There are three types of basement construction that are the most common. These are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Poured concrete</li>
<li>Block, masonry walls</li>
<li>Precast panels</li>
</ul>
<p>Poured concrete basement are the most common and the choice that most people prefer. This type of basement construction starts by pouring footing for the basement foundation. After these are set, forms are used to hold the poured concrete wall in place as they dry. Poured concrete walls tend to be stronger than other types of basement walls.</p>
<p>A block or masonry wall is the least expensive for basement walls. This type of basement wall construction are made from cinder blocks. This method requires less time than other methods of basement construction. To increase the durability of this type of basement construction, steel rebar is sometimes used to reinforce the masonry wall. </p>
<p>Precast panel basement wall construction is the method where the walls are molded at another location. Then the walls are transported to the building and place on footers. This type of basement construction is quite strong but is not as commonly done as poured or block basements. </p>
<p>No matter what type of basement wall you may have, each type has its own sets of problems that can arise. A block concrete basement wall will bow easier than other types due to the pressure against the walls that weakens the mortar joints. </p>
<p>High hydrostatic pressure outside a poured concrete basement can cause water to seep through due to the pressure creating floor and wall cracks. </p>
<p>Precast panel basement construction can have moisture problems if the joists are not properly sealed causing moisture vapor to get trapped in the panels. These panels can also attract insects unless they have been treated with boric acid.</p>
<h2>Concrete Foundation Repair Solutions</h2>
<p>No matter what type of basement concrete construction problem you may be having, the contractors at My Foundation Repairs has the solutions. We use only the best products for block foundation repair and any other type of concrete foundation. These products are manufactured by<img style="float: right;" src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/image.axd?picture=2014%2f2%2fPlateAnchor.jpg" alt="Wall repair using wall plate anchors" width="200" height="100" /> <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/">Earth Contact Products (ECP)</a>, the leader in foundadtion repair products in the industry.</p>
<p>To repair bowing basement walls, the contractors at My Foundation Repairs uses <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/TIEBACKS.asp">helical tieback anchors</a> to pull the wall back to its original level. The installation is done by drilling a very small hole in the interior wall then with minimal outside excavation, the wall is pulled back to its original level. These helical tieback anchors also strengthens the wall so that there won't be any future bowing or leaning. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/PLATE_ANCHORS.asp">Wall plate anchors</a> are used to provide supplemental lateral force to stabilize basement walls and retaining walls. These wall plate anchors have a simple effective design which allows the repair to be completed quickly. There is minimal disturbance to landscaping. </p>
<p>For any of your concrete foundation repair needs, let the professionals at My Foundation Repairs offer you the best repair solution for your needs. With our experience and using the best products in the industry, you can be assured that the repair will last a lifetime. Contact My Foundation Repairs today.</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-02-11T17:52:00+00:00mfradminhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=f793b915-163b-4284-890b-c03e3b63fec70http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=f793b915-163b-4284-890b-c03e3b63fec7http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/Poured-Concrete-Precast-and-Block-Foundation-Repair-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=f793b915-163b-4284-890b-c03e3b63fec7http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/Concrete-Foundation-Repair-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspxConcrete Foundation Repair - What to Do When Concrete Problems Occur2015-02-11T16:56:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>Concrete Foundation Repair</h1>
<p>If you notice changes in the concrete around your home, it could be a sign that your concrete foundation is in need of repair. Some of changes in concrete to be aware of are:</p>
<p><img style="float: right;" src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/image.axd?picture=2013%2f12%2fconcrete.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<ul>
<li>Concrete scaling - Concrete scaling is the loss of surface mortar</li>
<li>Concrete spalling - Concrete spalling is easy to see as the concrete becomes rough and flaky</li>
<li>Concrete cracks</li>
<li>Concrete heaving</li>
<li>Concrete shrinking</li>
</ul>
<p>If you notice any of these changes with your concrete, it can also mean that your concrete foundation may be in need of repair, too. Your foundation concrete is not as obvious to see as the concrete surrounding your home. When the concrete surrounding your home is damaged, this can mean that the soil beneath your concrete along with beneath your foundation has shifted and moved. This shifting of the soil beneath both your concrete and foundation will also cause them to shift and move as well. Knowing if your concrete foundation is damaged, you need to look around your home for some of the signs that may indicate that the foundation has shifted and moved. Some of these signs are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Sloping floors</li>
<li>Wall cracks</li>
<li>Floor cracks</li>
<li>Ceiling cracks</li>
<li>Bowing or leaning walls</li>
<li>Leaning chimney</li>
<li>Sticking doors and windows</li>
</ul>
<p>Any of these signs can mean that your foundation may be in need of repair. It is important that if you find any of these signs, to have an expert in foundation repair come and inspect your home and foundation. My Foundation Repairs has contractors that can come and give you a free inspection. These contractors use only the best products for foundation repair. These products are manufactured <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/">by Earth Contact Products (ECP),</a> the leader in foundation repair products in the industry.</p>
<h2>Foundation Repair Solutions</h2>
<p>After the conctractor from My Foundation Repairs inspects your foundation and determines that it is in need of repair, they will find the best solution for your repair needs. To repair your foundation, we use underpinning products such as <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/HELICAL_PIER.asp">helical piers</a> and <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/STEEL_PIERS.asp">steel push piers</a>. We also repair concrete foundation walls using toebacls amd wall anchors.</p>
<p>Both the steel piers and helical piers are driven deep into the ground until they reach a solid soil layer. Then the piers are individually load tested and then using hydraulic jacks, the entire weight of the structure is lifted on the piers to lift and stablize the foundation.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/TIEBACKS.asp">Helical tieback anchors</a> are used to stabilize and strengthen bowing concrete basement walls. These helical anchors are installed from inside the basement wall through a small hole and with small exterior excavation, the basement wall is immediately pulled back to its original design. These helical tieback anchors also strengthen the wall so that there won't be any future bowing or leaning of the wall.</p>
<p>If you see the concrete surrounding your home is damaged, then it is important to have a professional in foundation repair come and make inspect your foundation, too. The sooner the foundation is repaired, the lease amount of structural damage will occur throughout your home. Don't hesitate to contact My Foundation Repairs and let a contractor inspect your foundation.</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-02-11T16:56:00+00:00mfradminhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=e0cd7e12-7a1e-4c61-8915-50b08b25b1970http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=e0cd7e12-7a1e-4c61-8915-50b08b25b197http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/Concrete-Foundation-Repair-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=e0cd7e12-7a1e-4c61-8915-50b08b25b197http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/Pier-Beam-Foundation-Repair-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspxPier and Beam Foundation Repair2015-02-11T16:38:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>Pier and Beam Foundation Repair</h1>
<p>If you have pier or beam issues in your home, it could mean that you are having foundation problems and the foundation is not doing the job that it is supposed to do which is to support the weight evenly to the beams and piers. There are several signs that you may be having a foundation that has settled or is unlevel. Some of the signs that you may be having a foundation problem are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Sloping floors</li>
<li>Leaning chimney</li>
<li>Doors and windows that stick</li>
<li>Floor cracks</li>
<li>Wall cracks</li>
<li>Ceiling cracks</li>
<li>Shimming between piers and beams</li>
<li>Bowing walls</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p>Failing foundations are usually caused by the soil beneath the foundation. If the soil was not compacted properly during the building of the home, this will cause the soil to be loose and move beneath the foundation. Also if the soil is expansive soil which means that it will heave when wet and shirink when dry, this constant movement of the soil will cause the foundation to move and shift. The shifting soil will also cause voids beneath the foundation causing the foundation to sink into the voids. </p>
<p>If you see any signs that indicate that you may have a foundation problem, it is important to have an experienced foundation repair contractors come and inspect your foundation. My Foundation Repairs has specialized contractors that can come and inspect your home and offer you the foundation repair solutions that you may need. These contractors use only the best foundation repair products on the market today. They are manufactured by <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/">Earth Contact Products (ECP)</a>, the very best in underpinning products in the industry.</p>
<h2>Foundation Repair Solutions</h2>
<p>My Foundadtion Repairs contractors can lift and stabilize your foundation using underpinning products such as steel piers and helical piers. These piers are driven deep into the ground through the unstable soil until they reach a more solid soil layer.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/images/foundation-helical-pier.png" alt="Steel Piers" hspace="10" width="271" height="241" align="right" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/STEEL_PIERS.asp">ECP steel push piers </a>are sometimes referrs to as micro piles or resistance piers. The patentented ECP steel piers are the standard for all piering method for foundation repair and are the choice for the contractors at My Foundation Repairs. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/HELICAL_PIER.asp">ECP helical piers</a> look like large screws that are individually installed into the ground and then load tested. After load testing the entire weight of the structure is lifted onto the piers to level and stabilize the structure. These ECP helical piers have many advantages such as:</p>
<ul>
<li>Little to no vibration</li>
<li>Can be installed in any weather conditions</li>
<li>Immediately load transfer after installation</li>
<li>Installs below active soils</li>
<li>Easily load tested to verify capacity</li>
</ul>
<p>If you are in need of pier and beam foundation repair, let the professionals at My Foundation Repairs offer you the ost effective repair solutions for your needs. When you contact us, we will send the most qualified contractor to help you with your repair needs. Contact My Foundation Repairs today.</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-02-11T16:38:00+00:00mfradminhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=7edc6b83-dc8c-41c4-b582-79b89a52f6dc0http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=7edc6b83-dc8c-41c4-b582-79b89a52f6dchttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/Pier-Beam-Foundation-Repair-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=7edc6b83-dc8c-41c4-b582-79b89a52f6dchttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/When-Do-You-Need-House-Leveling-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspxSloping Floors? Hairline Cracks? Time for House Leveling!2015-02-11T12:52:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>Sloping Floors? Hairline Cracks? Time for House Leveling!</h1>
<p>Have you noticed that your floors are sloping or that you have hairline cracks in your walls, floors, tiles and drywall? These are all signs that you may have foundation problems. There are several reasons why a home may settle. Some of the most common reasons are:</p>
<p><img class="img-responsive" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 10px 10px;" src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/images/underpinning-piering-solutions.jpg" alt="advanced foundation repair with underpinning and piering methods" /></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Improper backfilled soil - </strong> If the soil beneath the foundation was not properly backfilled during construction, the soil will shift causing the foundation to shift and settle.</li>
<li><strong>Tree roots - </strong>If trees are too close to a home, the roots will drink up all of the water beneath the foundation, creating voids. The foundation will sink into these voids.</li>
<li><strong>Expansive soils </strong>- Expansive soils such as clay soil will expand when wet and shrink when dry. This constant heaving and shrinking of the soil will cause the foundation to shift and move.</li>
</ul>
<p>When a home's foundation has settles, it will cause the entire home to be unlevel. Some of the signs of an unlevel house are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Leaning chimney</li>
<li>Doors and windows that stick</li>
<li>Sloping floors</li>
<li>Wall cracks</li>
<li>Ceiling cracks</li>
<li>Drywall cracks</li>
</ul>
<p>If you see any of these signs that your home's foundation has settled and has become unlevel, it is important to have a professional come and inspect your home and offer house leveling repair to get your home back to its original level. <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/">My Foundation Repairs</a> has the experts that can come and give you a free inspection and offer you the best repair solutions for your house leveling needs.</p>
<h2>House Leveling Solutions</h2>
<p>The contractors at My Foundation Repairs use underpinning products such as helical piers and steel push piers that are the best in the industry. These products are manufactured by <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/DEFAULT.asp">Earth Contact Products (ECP)</a>, the leader in foundation repair products in the industry.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/STEEL_PIERS.asp">Steel push piers</a> are an end-bearing pier that does not rely upon nor requires skin friction to produce support. These piers are driven deep into the ground through the unstable soil layers until they reach a solid soil layer. Each steel push pier is installed and load tested individually using the maximum weight of the structure as the reaction force. After installation and load testing, hydraulic jacks are placed at multiple locations and then the entire weight of the structure is transferred onto the piers. The home will be leveled and stabilized for many years to come.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/HELICAL_PIER.asp">Helical piers</a> are used for applications where there is a need to resist a tension or compressive force or both. These helical piers look like a large screw and are individually installed and load tested after they reach a solid soil layer. Then the entire weight of the structure is lifted onto these helical piers to lift and level the house and foundation.</p>
<p>These piers offer many benefits including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Can be installed year-round</li>
<li>Have a warranty</li>
<li>Restores the structural integrity</li>
<li>The piers are resistant to erosion</li>
<li>Made in the USA</li>
</ul>
<p>If you see any of the signs of foundation settlement such as sloping floors or hairline cracks throughout your home, let the constractors at My Foundation Repairs come and inspect your home and find the best repair solution for your needs. We will get your house leveling done with the best products in the industry made by ECP. Your repair will last for years to come. Contact My Foundation Repairs today!</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-02-11T12:52:00+00:00mfradminhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=8e2d0308-b460-440c-a78e-2f9c9274a82c0http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=8e2d0308-b460-440c-a78e-2f9c9274a82chttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/02/11/When-Do-You-Need-House-Leveling-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=8e2d0308-b460-440c-a78e-2f9c9274a82chttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/01/14/Advanced-Foundation-Repair-Options-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspxAdvanced Foundation Repair Options | My Foundation Repairs2015-01-14T14:40:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>Advanced Foundation Repair - Underpinning & Piering Solutions</h1>
<p><img class="img-responsive" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 10px 10px;" src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/images/underpinning-piering-solutions.jpg" alt="advanced foundation repair with underpinning and piering methods" />If you've noticed sticking windows or drywall cracks, My Foundation Repairs has permanent, warranted foundation repair solutions for your settling foundation. My Foundation Repairs has a group of qualified, professional foundation repair companies that we work with that use ECP products.<a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/DEFAULT.asp" target="_blank">Earth Contact Products (ECP)</a> is the leading manufacturer in underpinning and piering solutions. Their products are uniquely designed and engineered to perform and restore the structural integrity of your foundation. Whether you have a slab foundation, poured concrete or crawlspace, they go beyond basic foundation repair for all commercial, residential and industrial projects to increase the stability of settling foundations.</p>
<p>ECP offers underpinning products such as steel push piers, helical piers, plate anchors, helical tieback anchors and more. All of the foundation repair systems are made with the highest standards offering unlimited benefits including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Restores the structural integrity</li>
<li>Increases the value of the property</li>
<li>Warranty </li>
<li>Resistant to corrosion and further settlement</li>
<li>Installed year-round</li>
<li>Made in the USA</li>
<li>Prevents and stops settling foundations</li>
<li>Repairs basement wall cracks and other foundation issues</li>
<li>Designed and engineered</li>
<li>Made with steel for recycling </li>
</ul>
<h2>Underpinning and Piering Solutions for Foundation Repair</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Helical and Steel Piers:</strong> Both <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/helical-piers">helical</a> and steel piers are driven deep into the soil until they reach solid bedrock. Each pier is loaded tested, then the weight of the structure is transferred onto the piers to lift the foundation back to its original position. The installation process is faster than other repair methods, and can be installed from the inside or outside of the structure. </li>
<li><strong>Plate Anchors:</strong> ECP <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/plate-anchors">wall anchors</a> are a cost-efective repair method that used to stabilizes bowing basement walls and retaining walls. They are beneficial because they create little disturbance to the work area.</li>
<li><strong>Helical Tiebacks:</strong> If you have bowing basement walls, <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/helical-tieback-anchors">helical tiebacks</a> are used to stabilize and strengthen them. They can be installed through a small hole in the basement wall. After installation, the hole is sealed and repaired. </li>
<li><strong>Hydraulic Lift Slab Piers:</strong> Slab piers are a type of resistance piers used to support and lift concrete slab for homes and commercial buildings. They require minimal setup time using portable, vibration-free equipment. The weight of the structure is evenly distributed onto the piers. These types of piers do not rely on skin friction for support.</li>
<li><strong>Helical Anchors:</strong> Helical anchors are designed to prevent soil movement beneath the foundation due to excess groundwater around the home. They lift and support structures where tension resistance and axial compression forces are needed. </li>
</ul>
<p>ECP also offers utility products such as light pole foundation, guy anchors and power installed anchors for tension and compressive applications. </p>
<p>ECP products will restore your home's structure and soil-related conditions around your foundation. Our contractors will guard your home against soil shrinkage, poorly compacted soil, and softening soils. We'll help protect your investment for many years to come. Contact My Foundation Repairs today so we can assist you!</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-01-14T14:40:00+00:00mfradminFor advanced foundation repair, choose My Foundation Repairs for quality ECP underpinning and piering solutions from qualified contractors.http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=fb9b3040-d23c-43a4-82ac-3eb34af098020http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=fb9b3040-d23c-43a4-82ac-3eb34af09802http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/01/14/Advanced-Foundation-Repair-Options-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=fb9b3040-d23c-43a4-82ac-3eb34af09802http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/01/14/Structural-Non-Structural-Foundation-Cracks-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspxStructural / Non-Structural Foundation Cracks | My Foundation Repairs2015-01-14T12:16:00+00:00mfradmin<div id="AdnTop"><div class="AdnTopLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnTopRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div><h1>Structural or Non-Structural - Understand Foundation Cracks</h1>
<p><img class="img-responsive" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 10px 10px;" src="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/images/foundation-cracks-exterior.jpg" alt="structural or non-structural foundation cracks" />Cracks are a popular topic in the waterproofing industry, and when property owners notice them they could be worrisome. Because they lead to water damage and jeopardize the stability of the foundation, hire a professional to assess your cracks to determine if they are structural or non-structural. However, not all cracks cause structural damage. Some cracks are just a natural sign of aging, but they should never be ignored. Since water follows the path of the least resistance, water can flow through these cracks creating a perfect habitat for mold, mildew and insects. Soil gases such as radon can also enter through cracks, polluting the air in your home. </p>
<p>If you have concrete foundation cracks, they can get worse over time. They can start off as non-structural, allowing water to enter through the crack. If left alone, the water eventually deteriorates the inside of the concrete causing cracks to widen. These cracks can easily be fixed by hiring a foundation repair specialist to apply concrete crack injections into the affected concrete. If water seeps through the crack, polyurethane can seal the leak. For moving cracks, a more rigid epoxy material is used to seal the concrete and hold the crack in place. </p>
<p>At My Foundation Repairs, we can help locate a qualified repair specialist to evaluate cracks in your home.</p>
<h2>Know the Difference Between Structural and Non-Structural Cracks</h2>
<p><strong>Non-structural Cracks:</strong> Non-structural cracks are caused by changes in the moisture content and thermal movement. They can occur anywhere in the foundation wall where there are openings in the wall. Non-structural cracks can also be caused by the following conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Creep</li>
<li>Vegetation/Trees</li>
<li><a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/foundation-shifting-moving">Shifting or moving foundations</a></li>
<li>Settlement</li>
<li>Hydrostatic pressure</li>
</ul>
<p>Some characteristics of non-structural cracks include:</p>
<ul>
<li>1 to 2mm wide hairline cracks</li>
<li>Cracks at the corners of doors and windows</li>
<li>Vertical to diagonal cracks</li>
<li>Cracks on plaster</li>
<li>Narrow, less than 1/8"</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Structural Cracks:</strong> Structural cracks are due to poor construction sites, swollen soil, poor soil bearing or overloading. These cracks are usually accompanied by other signs of foundation issues such as <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/sticking-doors-windows">sticking doors and windows</a>, slanted doors, sloping floors and cracks in porches. The common characteristics structural cracks include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Continuous horizontal cracks along walls</li>
<li>Vertical cracks that are wider at the top or bottom</li>
<li>Stair-step cracks</li>
<li>Foundation wall cracks</li>
<li>Cracks in beams, foundation slabs</li>
<li>Angled cracks that form in the corners of walls with a horizontal crack in the center</li>
<li>Cracks wider than 1/8"</li>
<li>Cracks extending to the upper levels of the home</li>
</ul>
<h2>Structural Foundation Crack Solutions</h2>
<p>To repair non-structural cracks, a foundation repair specialist can use a crack injection method with urethane. It is injected into the crack to permanently seal it and prevent further leaks.</p>
<p>Structural cracks can be repaired by installing carbon fiber strips to damaged walls. Resistance and <a href="http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/helical-piers">helical piers</a> can also be used to level sinking and settling foundations. Foundation repair products, made by <a href="http://www.earthcontactproducts.com/default.asp" target="_blank">Earth Contact Products (ECP)</a>, are used to ensure professional results.</p>
<p>Contact My Foundation Repairs today so we can locate a knowledgeable foundation repair expert to identify the cause of your cracks. They'll use the most effective repair solution to get your home back to normal again.</p><div id="AdnBottom"><div class="AdnBottomLeft" style="float:left"></div><div class="AdnBottomRight" style="float:right"></div><div style="clear:both"></div></div>2015-01-14T12:16:00+00:00mfradminHave foundation cracks? My Foundation Repairs has experienced contractors that could help you determine if your cracks are structural or non-structural.http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/pingback.axdhttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post.aspx?id=0ef35d91-af7f-4a66-9662-fb8ed51873540http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/trackback.axd?id=0ef35d91-af7f-4a66-9662-fb8ed5187354http://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/post/2015/01/14/Structural-Non-Structural-Foundation-Cracks-|-My-Foundation-Repairs.aspx#commenthttp://www.myfoundationrepairs.com/blog/syndication.axd?post=0ef35d91-af7f-4a66-9662-fb8ed5187354