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Problems Causing A Need For Patio Repair in Virginia – A Sign of Something Bigger?

Date March 8, 2022

Patio Problems in Virginia and How to Fix Them Most people may not realize that the symptoms of a foundation problem can show up on your deck or patio. Some common signs of a foundation problem that you may notice in your patio or deck are the patio or deck pulling away from the home,...

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Categories: Foundation Repair Patios

Understand Ground and Foundation Soil Underneath Your Virginia Home

Date November 24, 2021

Deep Foundation Soils in Virginia One of the most important supportive components of your home is the foundation. There is another supportive element, however, that is even deeper than the foundation – the soil! The ground underneath your home provides support for the foundation, allowing it to stabilize the structure above. The more you understand...

Tags: deep soils, Foundation Repair, helical piers, soil, soil layers, soil levels, steel piers, underpinning

Categories: Foundation Repair

Could My Fireplace Leak Indicate A Foundation Problem?

Date November 16, 2021

If you are experiencing fireplace leaks, it could indicate that you have a sinking foundation! This would include the sinking and settlement of the chimney. This could cause fireplace leaks. Foundation sinking and shifting are caused by the soil beneath the foundation. When the soil gets too wet, it will heave, and when it becomes...

Tags: bowed walls, chimney damage, fireplace damage, fireplace leak, foundation failure, Foundation Repair, helical piers, leaking chimney, steel piers

Categories: Foundation Repair