Foundation Maintenance Solutions

Understanding the Unique Challenges of Texas Soil

The unique and often challenging soil composition in Texas, particularly the expansive clay soils, requires specialized care for foundations. These soils swell when they absorb moisture and shrink when they dry out, leading to constant movement that can strain and damage a building’s foundation.

Our deep understanding of these regional soil conditions allows us to create tailored maintenance plans that address these specific issues, ensuring your foundation remains strong and stable.

Tailored Solutions for Texas Foundations

• Perforated French Drains: Perforated French drains are installed by placing a perforated PVC pipe at a minimum of 36″ in the ground. The pipe is then topped with gravel before being covered with soil. This system is best used to mitigate subsurface groundwater that affects the foundation. In most cases, a sump pump is required unless there is at least 4′ of fall to the exit point. In some instances, a moisture barrier is required to prevent water from flowing into the soils beneath your foundation.
• Combo Drains: Combo drains are a shared trench system that combines both a surface drain system and a perforated French drain system. These are best used when both surface water and subsurface water are affecting the property. The French drain system collects subsurface water, while the surface drain system, which ties in all gutter downspouts and catch basins to a PVC drain system, collects surface runoff and distributes it accordingly.
• Flatwork: We offer flatwork services through our trusted partners because #SHIFTHAPPENS, and it’s not always just underneath the home. This service is for clients whose homes have cracks due to movement in patios, driveways, walkways, or AC pads. Due to age and weathering, an exact match to surrounding areas cannot be expected.
• Concrete Lifting: Sometimes, a little lift is all you need. Non-monolithic patios, concrete pool decks, and driveways can become misaligned. To correct this, we perform a service called mudjacking using a concrete slurry mixture or polymer foam to lift those areas back to the correct elevation.
• Soil Stabilization: If your home is on top of highly expansive soils that just can’t seem to stay still, soil stabilization might be the perfect solution! We inject potassium chloride along or beneath the foundation to limit the soil’s reaction to moisture. Typically, this is done in 2′ to 3′ increments at depths of 7′ to 8′.
• Root Barriers: If you have large trees on your property that are absorbing the moisture from your foundation, a root barrier is the best solution to prevent future tree-root-related foundation issues. Various material options are available. To install a root barrier, we dig a trench to the necessary depth, cut the tree roots, and install the root-blocking materials. Once the barrier is in place, we backfill the trench. Please note, due to the nature of the repair and current weather conditions, tree survival cannot be guaranteed. We recommend performing this service during spring or fall to avoid harsh climates that may affect the health of your trees.

Our Commitment to Quality and Customer Satisfaction

Our reputation as a leading foundation maintenance and repair provider in Texas is built on our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We understand that your home is one of your most significant investments, and we take pride in helping you protect that investment.

Our team of highly trained professionals uses the latest technology and best practices to deliver reliable and effective solutions. We believe in clear communication, transparency, and integrity, ensuring you are fully informed and confident in the services we provide.