Learn how to prevent, stop and reverse foundation movement before it becomes structural damage.

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Cosmetic foundation damage in North Texas is primary the result of soils shrinking, during droughts and before construction, then swelling during rains after construction. This is called upheaval. This may take several years to manifest itself into visual damage and is often the result of drainage changes, moisture from leaks, or just an unusual mixture of dry to wet to dry to wet soils. Cosmetic damage can, left unchecked, turn into structural damage. It can also be prevented, stopped and reversed without the use of piers, mud jacking or other forms of lifting or building manipulation.

Points to remember:

• Piering a structure with cosmetic damage, caused by soil swelling, is a waste of money and will often cause additional problems.
• Drainage work, on damage caused by shrinking soils is of little value.
• Learn the difference and win the fight.