Roughly 25 percent of homes will experience structural distress during their lifetime. Airlift Concrete Experts can provide a wide variety of foundation repair products.
Older homes can be charming and full of character. They can all be full of problems, and the foundation can be a big problem. That is why we advise you to get a foundation inspection if you are considering buying an old home. So what do you look for? Time can be Hard on Foundations […]
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A Leaning Foundation Wall is Caused by Several Problems If you have a leaning or bowing wall in your basement, chances are, it is because of excessive lateral pressure. The cause of a leaning foundation wall is poor or uncontrolled water drainage, poor waterproofing, or over-compaction of soil over time. Uncontrolled Water Drainage Uncontrolled water […]
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No matter what type of foundation you have, a basement, crawlspace, or just a slab, water can wreak havoc on it. It can be especially hard on foundations that are surrounded by areas that are constantly wet. This occurs when rainwater is plentiful, which is a common issue in Arkansas. As a homeowner, you can […]
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Hurricane Season and Flooding Tropical weather hitting Arkansas is nothing new. In fact, every year, hurricane season brings more rain which brings more flooding throughout the state. How does this affect the foundation of your home? A lot. Any movement of your home’s foundation can create small and large shifts to your entire house. This […]
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Cracks in your foundation can be a scary thing, especially if they seem to have appeared suddenly. However, not all cracks are bad. Some cracking in your foundation is surprisingly normal. Throughout this article we’ll walk you through types of normal foundation cracks, as well as the types that need repairs. Normal Foundation Cracks Direction: […]
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We use GPR for foundation repairs when we need to see beneath the soil before digging. Whenever we need to use GPR for a job, we team up with GPR Arkansas & Geotechnical Services LLC. Using GPR allows us to see underground, and also helps us locate potential obstacles we might face during the project. Unlike […]
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Foundation Cracks Cracks in foundations can be a variety of shapes and sizes. In new construction, it is common for foundation cracks to form within the first year, often near windows, in corners of the walls, and on the floor. Oftentimes in this case, these cracks are from the foundation settling, and are usually not a […]
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Did you know that sticking windows and doors could be a sign of foundation issues? Aside from the occasional expansion and contraction that happens during a change of temperature, your doors and windows should function with ease. If you notice gaps around your windows or doors, or they become hard to open and close, this […]
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How Water Gets Into Your Basement Often, water can get into your home because your foundation has settled. Excess moisture in soil creates a lot of pressure on concrete, which is usually the cause of most foundation cracks. The best way to prevent foundation cracks and water seeping through your foundation is to keep water […]
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Wondering how Spring Affects Concrete in Arkansas? April is when we really see the advance of Spring. Days are longer and there is plenty of sunshine. Temperatures start to rise and stay in the 70s. The only drawback is that it is also storm season in Arkansas. Wondering how spring affects concrete around your home […]
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