Why Foundation Engineers are so Important When Getting a Repair Quote
When searching for a repair quote you might think just any engineer can do the job. Many homeowners turn to structural engineers or general contractors for their quotes. This is…
How Sure Safe Solved the Problem of Crawl Space and Raised Foundation Repair
Each type of foundation is unique. Crawl space and raised foundations are different from other types like slab or basement foundations. Unlike basement or slab foundations, crawl space and raised…
5 Tips for Choosing a Foundation Inspector
Choosing a foundation inspector is as important as choosing a foundation repair company. Since the inspector will be the one to let you know if your foundation needs repair, they…
Do Cracks in Walls Indicate Foundation Problems?
If you have cracks in your walls unfortunately you may be in for some bad new. Cracks in the walls of the home, or the stem (foundational) concrete of the…
5 Tips for Real Estate Professionals When Assessing a Home’s Foundation
Foundations are an important and large portion of the value of any home. Foundation damage often reduces the market value of a home starting at 10-15%, and that number can…
The 6 Types of Foundations
There are actually many different types of foundations commonly used across the United States. Over the years new foundation technology has been developed and introduced but most foundations can be…
Why do Homes Have a Crawl Space?
Do you own a home with a crawl space? If you’re living in San Diego with a home from before the past decade you probably know all about them. At…
How Your Crawl Space Affects the Overall Health of Your Home
The condition of your crawl space affects the overall health of your home. However, the crawlspace is also often an out-of-sight, out-of-mind part of a home. Here are a few…
What is Hydrostatic Pressure and can it Damage My Home?
If you’ve read any of our other articles you’ll definitely have heard us say how water damage is one of the most common causes of foundation damage. So how does…
What are the Physical Forces a Foundation Protects Against?
Most people understand that a foundation serves as the base of the home and allows the structure built on top to be stable. What many don’t realize is just how…
Steel vs Concrete Piers, What’s the Difference?
When considering piers for a foundation most companies resort to either steel or concrete piers. In this article, we’ll answer the following questions. What is the real difference between the…
Can Leaky Gutters Cause Foundation Issues?
What would happen if your home didn’t have gutters? When you think about it, the end result might only be water stains all along the side of your walls, right?…