I hear and see this question all the time. Often one of the first pieces of advice someone gets is “hire an independent structural engineer.” And I could not disagree with this more. Let me start by saying engineers are great. But I do not recommend hiring an independent engineer. In my opinion, that is […]
Foundation Repair
How to Choose a Reliable Foundation Repair Company
Thanks to the type of soil we have here in the Dallas area, foundation problems are common for North Texas homeowners. The soil in Texas is expansive clay which means it contracts when it’s dry and expands when it’s wet. And because of that, a home’s foundation moves and shifts and the expanding wet soil […]
Foundation Pier Types, Lifting, and Voids
Not all foundation pier types are the same. The best pier types are the ones that hold the best. And those aren’t usually going to be the cheapest option. But as with most things in life, you get what you pay for. Weather Affected Zone Let’s quickly cover what the weather affected zone is in […]



