This beautiful older home down in Galveston has been settling for many years. The new homeowners asked Generocity Foundation Repair Inc. to come in and level and stability the home before they begin a full remodel. We always tell homeowners, before you add that new roof, add in new windows or doors, put in new…

man with foundation insurance

If you have noticed cracks in your drywall or sloping floors, it is likely you have some degree of foundation trouble. This trouble is usually caused by shifting earth around your home. This process doesn’t just happen overnight. Typically, it gradually worsens over many years. What happens is that the soil begins to erode or…

poor drainage causing damage

Water is your home’s worst enemy. From your rooftop to your landscaping, properly dealing with water runoff is the best way to prevent costly damage to your home’s foundation. Poor drainage affects your home in many ways, but there are solutions available. What Causes Poor Drainage? Gutters A gutter system is designed to take the…

house needs foundation repaired

People often completely overlook the quality of their foundation when they are considering what aspect of their homes they need to repair. They usually just think about things that they use on a day to day basis like the fixtures in the bathroom or the appliances in their kitchen. This can be a mistake in…

home in need of foundation repair

If you are a homeowner, foundation damage is your worst nightmare. The costs of the structural damage can quickly add up. Fortunately, foundation damage is usually not something that happens all of a sudden. It is a gradual process. If you can catch the signs early on, then you can take action and prevent the…

repair a crack

If you have never paid much attention to your foundation, it would be beneficial to do so. The foundation of a home is important to the integrity of the overall structure. Though foundations are structurally strong, they can still develop cracks and other signs of wear. If you have noticed cracks in your foundation, it…

Foundation Damage

When putting your home on the market, there are many rules you must follow in the real estate industry regarding full disclosure. Basically, according to the laws that regulate the industry you are obligated  to inform potential buyers if the home has any structural or foundation damage. Naturally, these two problems are the biggest issues…

foundation crack

Many homeowners make the false assumption that just because their house was built up to code and with proper techniques it will be practically indestructible. That sadly just isn’t the case as all structures are built on top of the earth. This earth it sits on can change in composure as a result of weather,…

home in need of foundation repair

Imbalanced or Inconsistent Moisture Good soil is the base for a strong foundation. Different regions have their own soil characteristics and challenges that come with them. Soil must maintain a good balance ratio of moisture to dryness. If the soil surrounding your foundation becomes too moist, it begins to swell. When the soil swells, it…

  Pier and beam foundations are considered to be outdated by some. While it’s true that they are more common in older homes, they should not be thought of as inferior to concrete foundations. They can be just as durable and efficient as most concrete foundations. How Pier and Beam Foundations Work Pier and beam…

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