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While basements are more common in some parts of the country than others, they remain a valuable feature in any home. They offer...

Previously, we explored crawlspace encapsulation in detail—what it is and the benefits it provides. Today, we'll walk through the...

We’ve often discussed the dangers of excess water around your foundation—probably one of the most frequently covered topics on this blog....

Previously, we provided a general introduction to wall bracing, as well as a more detailed discussion on wall bracing for basements....

What is wall bracing? Wall Bracing refers to the system or method used to resist lateral (sideways) forces acting on a structure, such as...

There is a persistent misconception when it comes to foundation repair and maintenance. Many people believe that once their foundation is...

Sometimes the difference between Foundation and Footings might be a little confusing, not in small part because these parts aren’t...

House leveling is a key aspect of foundation repair that is crucial for homeowners to understand. It involves the process of correcting a...

It should come as no surprise that the air we breathe has a major impact on our health. The same applies to the air inside your home....

Buying a house is not something that should ever be taken lightly (not that we have to say it, though). It is a huge commitment and...

Continuing where we left off, this is part 2 of our foundation repair glossary! Negative Slope:  Also known as negative grading, it is...

Foundation (and foundation repair), like most professions and subjects of study, has a very particular body of terms with particular...

There are many signs of foundation damage; noticeable symptoms inside and outside your home that tell us something is going on with the...

There ain’t no way that a homeowner in our state isn’t aware of the term ‘foundation damage’. Or if there is, it won’t be long before...

Concrete cracks are quite common. We see them mostly on an everyday basis on the streets; in sidewalks and slabs. And although sometimes...

A lot of times homeowners wonder if they need a permit for foundation repair. Let’s be honest, if there is something more off-putting...

Crawlspaces are unbuilt areas beneath a house that provides a buffer between the house and the ground below. It also provides access to...

Remodeling is only a natural part of owning a house. Part of the circle of life, shall we say. Or at least, part of inhabiting a home....

Retaining walls are not uncommon. They generally can be seen in big yards with different elevations. Landscapers make great use of these...

The process of foundation repair has been well documented by the iFix team, both throughout these posts as well as our videos on the...