Understanding Foundation Repair
What Causes foundation Damage?
Foundation damage can occur due to a variety of reasons:
Soil-Related Issues: Soil expansion, soil shrinkage, and poor soil compaction can all lead to foundation damage. Clay soil expand or contract with changes in moisture levels, and these changes can apply pressure to the foundation, causing it to crack or shift.
Water Damage: Excessive water due to poor drainage, plumbing leaks, or flooding can weaken the foundation. More often, water sitting next to foundation will cause soils to expand lifting areas of the building. On the other hand, not enough water can lead to the soil shrinking away from the foundation causing a loss of support.
Tree Roots: Large tree roots can grow into the foundation, causing cracks or structural issues.
Poor Construction: If the foundation was not correctly built in the first place, problems are more likely to arise later on.
Natural Disasters: Earthquakes, landslides, or extreme weather conditions can also damage foundations.
Signs of foundation damage may include visible cracks in the foundation itself, cracks in walls or ceilings, doors or windows that stick or won't close properly, floors that are uneven or sagging, and gaps around window frames or doors.
If you notice any signs of foundation damage, it's important to get a professional evaluation as soon as possible. Ignoring the problem can lead to more severe and costly repairs down the line, and in extreme cases, can even make the building unsafe to occupy.
I don't sell repairs, I am a fee paid consultant. I teach real solutions for foundation problems to home owners, owners of multi family structures and owners of light commercial buildings.
If it is man made and sits on soil I can help.
My fee is fair and reasonable and if I can't help you I don't expect to be paid.
If you think your property is experiencing Foundation Movement or Damage you may wish to contact me, Richard Rash, the foundation man. It is my job to protect consumers from foundation damage, from bad foundation repairs, inflated prices and to show them how to reverse foundation movement.
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If you have foundation issues I can give you advice any where in the USA. At your site, or you may Call, Text, Facetime, or Zoom! Richard Rash 817-308-8186
If I don't help you...you don't pay!
My Fee Schedule
I'm still also working locally as I have for the last 40 + years!
If your property is within 50 miles of Dallas-Fort Worth Airport, my on your site in person fee is $400.00.
For longer trips, where in person can be justified, an additional time and distance fee will be added.
Where long distance prohibits in person visits I now offer phone/zoom type of consultation. Most foundation scams are universal, and most foundation problems are similar. After getting you to answer a few questions I will know if I can guide you toward a successful solution. My fee, if I can help remotely is $200.00 and, if I can't help you I won't charge you.
I am Richard Rash and
People pay me to help them successfully deal with foundation issues!
My fee is fair and reasonable.
If I help you get the job done right you have made money!
It's a smart move and cheap insurance. I will be your advocate, your, "check and balance"!
I have spent over 40 years helping consumers deal with foundation issues.
I Will evaluate your structure, advise you as to its statue. I will let you know if it is unlikely to experience foundation damage and/or if it has the likely potential for cosmetic or structural foundation damage. I will let you know if it is experiencing cosmetic or structural damage.
I will explain, in everyday language, if it is moving, why the foundation is moving and your options for preventing, stopping or reversing foundation damage. I will also tell you the most you should pay for the various options.
I will explain in detail how various foundation repair options work, (and when they won't work) including the major repair procedures such as drainage correction, the different types of piers, foam, mud jacking and chemical injections.
I will explain bids, contracts and warrantees including wording to be afraid of and how to deal with it.
I will explain why foundations fail and why FOUNDATION REPAIRS FAIL.
I will explain what to look for in a foundation repair contractor and when to run from a foundation repair contractor.
I will answer all of your questions about foundation failures and repairs. and If I can't help you I don't expect you to pay me.
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