"Foundation Repair...
the book"
"This is a must-read book for anyone who is a homeowner or property manager"
Bill Glen
Property Manager
Available now in eBook or Soft Cover at Amazon: bit.ly/3Rhc8MZ and Barnes and Noble.
I have written what I believe is the most consumer-friendly, easiest-to-understand book on foundation repair ever published. Why? Because after more than 40 years in the industry—as an inspector, contractor, and independent consultant, I have seen homeowners and professionals alike get misled, overcharged, and sold repairs they did not need.
Topics Covered by: Foundation Repair…the book
205 pages
11 articles
113 subject descriptions
69 Illustrations
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Table of Content
Foreword. 1. The foundation repair industry is known to face challenges due to varying levels of expertise among professionals and a focus on sales-driven approaches in many companies. This often results in clients being offered repair solutions, such as piers, without a thorough assessment of actual needs and at inflated prices. The purpose of this publication is to empower homeowners and owners of light commercial buildings with comprehensive knowledge and strategies to effectively address foundation issues. It covers a wide range of topics including interactions with builders, proactive maintenance measures, effective drainage management, handling plumbing leaks, understanding contractual agreements and warranties, identifying potential scams, analyzing root causes and early signs of damage, navigating transactions involving foundation-damaged properties, collaborating with real estate professionals, evaluating cost considerations, familiarizing with repair procedures and potential challenges, and ensuring that repairs are conducted with integrity and fairness.
Causes of Foundation Damage in the United States. 9
Getting Help with Foundation Repairs. 18
Plumbing Leaks in Older Homes. 21
Pitfalls of Foundation Repair 23
Precautions In Construction to Avoid Foundation Movement 28
Realtors/ Homeowners Buying or Selling? 32
Selling a foundation-damaged home. 33
Common Types of Foundations. With Pictures. 41
Why do foundations move and become damaged? 44
Alphabetized Subjects. (113 subjects/69 pictures)
Brick Ledge. 52. Many newer "brick homes" don't rely on the bricks for support. They're built with a wooden frame, and the bricks are just for looks. Usually, you can take off the bricks and put on a different outer covering without harming the house's strength. So, if you see some cracks or broken bricks, it might not look good but usually does not mean the house is going to collapse.
Climate effects on foundations. 59
Concrete cylinders push piers. 61
Curbs and sidewalks and edging problems. 64
Dogs or other varmints dig holes. 68
Domestic water pipes copper 70
Drain filters to protect outdoor drainage systems. 73
Drains across the concrete. 74
Foreclosures and “for sale by owner 86
Foundation repair failures. 89
Gutter Downspout with splash block. 94
Investor/Rehabbers/Flippers. 99
Jigsaw puzzle and foundation movement 101
Landscaping for foundation protection. 101
Leak repair: before or after piercing. 102
License for foundation repair contractors. 103
Masons with recipes for grout matching. 103
Mud jacking- Pressure grouting-slab Jacking-foam pressure. 114
Multi-family structures consisting of a common foundation. 115
Municipalities: responsibilities regarding leaks that affect neighborhood foundations damage. 116
P and B access for service work. 124
P and B under floor support 125
P and B plastic encapsulation. 128
Plumbing Problems That Can Affect Your Foundation: 142
Prevent, stop, and reverse foundation damage. 146
Plumbing hydrostatic testing for sewer leaks. 150
Prevent, stop, and reverse foundation damage. 156
Retaining walls weep holes. 159
Steel pier materials- oilfield. 171
Structure support- load bearing and firewalls. 173
Subsurface foundation watering. 175
Tunnel for plumbing repairs. 181
Uneven floors Heave or settlement 185
Foundation Repair…the book
Hello, I'm Richard Rash, and this book is designed to assist you in navigating foundation issues. If the book doesn't address your questions, feel free to reach out, and we can discuss them further.
Through reading my book, you'll gain valuable insights into avoiding foundation problems, halting foundation movement, and reversing foundation damage.
With over 40 years of experience in the foundation industry, I've been serving as an independent foundation and drainage consultant to property owners since 2005. I likely possess comprehensive knowledge about foundation damage and its management compared to the most knowledgeable in the field.
My role is to safeguard you from exploitation by builders, foundation, and drainage contractors, as well as other parties involved in structural foundations, such as plumbers, insurance companies, remodeling contractors, realtors, or engineers.
I'm dedicated to assisting you in avoiding exploitation by foundation repair companies. Over the past four decades, I've dealt with thousands of foundation-damaged properties situated on expansive soils, working across various settings from residential homes to commercial buildings. My experience encompasses roles as a foundation inspector, contractor, consultant, and expert witness.
Since 1980, I've been consulting with individuals facing foundation distress, serving as their advocate and providing expert insights into foundations and soils. I understand the root causes of foundation failures, effective preventive measures, and the appropriate products for foundation repairs. My aim is to save clients from unnecessary expenses on failed repairs and unneeded interventions while ensuring cost-effective solutions.
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