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The foundation of your home provides essential support for all the whole  structure and everything in it. It’s important to know about the common problems that could affect the foundation of your house. Perhaps you’ve already run into issues cracks in your foundation or determining if you have a post-tension foundation. We’re here to help. Recognizing foundation-related concerns is crucial for the long-term health of your home. Our resources and expertise are readily available to guide you through any challenges, ensuring that you have the knowledge and support needed to address and overcome issues that may arise with the foundation of your home.

Has the Drought Affected Your House?

By Michael LeBas / January 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Has the Drought Affected Your House?
can drought affect house

If you live in south Louisiana, you know the drought of 2023 was rough.  Oppressive heat and dry weather made life miserable for everyone.  One of the big consequences of the drought was damage to houses.  Thats right!  Has anyone noticed doors “sticking” or binding when opening or closing the door?  How about brick cracks…

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The Importance of Properly Assessing a Home – Case Study

By Michael LeBas / March 10, 2023 / Comments Off on The Importance of Properly Assessing a Home – Case Study
what causes cracks in walls and ceilings - a case study

Many articles on the HOUSETIPS website result from years of experience looking at foundation failure. This case study is about one client’s concern about the foundation of her home. The client contacted our team to learn about problems with her home. She feared the residence had foundation failure since she noticed cracks in the brick…

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What are Common House Foundations?

By Michael LeBas / March 10, 2023 / Comments Off on What are Common House Foundations?
Common House Foundation

All houses are constructed on foundations – we all know that!  But what type of foundation do you really have?  Most people readily recognize a concrete (often improperly referred to as cement) slab and foundation on their house.  But there are variances to house foundations.  Of course, each house should have its own foundation design…

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How can I tell if I have foundation failure?

By Michael LeBas / March 10, 2023 / Comments Off on How can I tell if I have foundation failure?
foundation failure

First, we need to understand what a foundation is designed to do and what the term “foundation failure” means. A foundation is essentially that part of the home below the living area that is designed to hold up and support the structure. Most often in this area that means a concrete slab sitting on the…

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How can I tell if I have a post-tension foundation?

By Michael LeBas / March 10, 2023 / Comments Off on How can I tell if I have a post-tension foundation?
post-tension foundation

In residential construction, post-tension foundations are associated with concrete foundations resting on the ground, or slab-on-grade foundations. If your home is raised off the ground on piers, you most certainly do not have a post-tension foundation. However, it is possible to construct a post-tension foundation on a raised dirt pad surrounded by concrete or concrete…

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