Foundation Leveling: Does Your House Have to Be Perfect?
When homeowners schedule foundation repairs, one of the most common expectations is that their house will be perfectly level once the work is complete. It seems reasonable. If you’re paying to correct foundation movement, shouldn’t every floor measurement return to zero? Not necessarily. One of the most important things to understand about foundation leveling is […]
How Long Does a Pier and Beam Foundation Last?
Pier-and-beam and block-and-beam foundations have supported homes for generations. Unlike a concrete slab, however, these foundations rely heavily on wood structural components underneath the home. Wood is useful in construction because it is readily available, relatively affordable, and capable of meeting structural requirements. At the same time, it is an organic material. That means the […]