Is your roof causing a foundation problem in Durham NC

Sometimes a foundation problem can stem from your roof. How? Architects like roofs with multiple peaks. Hip roofs tend to be popular but can cause a foundation problem in Durham NC. Roof discharge tends to be the biggest culprit for foundation problems. Gutters on a house H .... Read more...

December 4th, 2012 by John Boulware | No Comments »

Chimney Foundation Problem Durham NC

Chimneys lean. Why call a foundation repair company vs a general contractor? The house can’t lean away from the chimney so the chimney would have to lean away from the house.  The only thing that can cause a chimney to lean away is failure of the foundation. Telltale sig .... Read more...

November 13th, 2012 by John Boulware | 1 Comment »

French Drains Help Foundations with Too Much Standing Water

It’s the fall season. Time for raking leaves, cleaning gutters, and putting away patio furniture. As you are working in the yard, if you notice small puddles of water even though it hasn’t rained in a few days, you might need a french drain to protect your found .... Read more...

October 10th, 2012 by John Boulware | No Comments »

Foundation Problem in Cary NC Home

This homeowner noticed their hardwood floors were uneven so they called in the experts for a diagnosis. Brackett Foundation Repair identified the problem. Foundation Problem in Cary NC The foundation pile was starting to tilt and the house was not sitting level. The lack o .... Read more...

October 3rd, 2012 by Brackett Foundation Repair | No Comments »

First Time Home Buyer Beware of Foundation Problems

Buying your first home is a very big deal.  No matter what your life experiences may have been, this can be a trying experience.  The impact of this life-changing purchase affects different people in different ways, but after the dust clears, there is one emotion we never .... Read more...

September 18th, 2012 by Brackett Foundation Repair | 1 Comment »

John Boulware, Company Vice President, talks about the company's origins, reputation and how they've been permanently solving foundation failure issues for over 40 years.