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Do you know what causes foundation problems? It's usually the soil. I'll show you why.

Do you know the difference between stress cracks and structural movement? Cracks caused by settlement as opposed to upheaval? If your contractor's salesman doesn't, you are in trouble. I can help.

Do you know that routine maintenance can often stop, prevent or even reverse foundation problems? I can show you what to do.

Do you know that negative drainage is every bit as harmful to foundations as hot dry summers? It is, but I can show you how to correct it.

Do you know that virtually ever foundation repair contractor has a different product with which they attempt to repair foundations. That means that you do not get apples for apples comparisons with multiple estimates. I can help you make the right choices.

Do you know that no single repair procedure works on all homes? I can show you what is best for yours.

Do you know that piering without moisture control is seldom successful long term? I will help you control the moisture.

Do you know the difference between concrete pushed piers, concrete drilled piers, and concrete spread footings? How about steel piers? Helical piers? Mud jacking? Chemical injection? Foundation irrigation. They are all different. Some are very good, many are very bad. I will explain the difference.

Do you think your slab was poured level? Most were not. Do you think elevations are going to tell the amount of movement, since construction, without original elevations? Nope! Do you think elevations can tell if the slab has settled or risen, or both? They can not. Do you think elevations can be relied on to determine repair requirements? They can not. I can help you understand what is happening, why and what you can do about it

Do you want reliable information that will help you determine what really need to be done to protect or repair your home or building? Call me. I can help or I won't charge!

I am the cheapest insurance you can find. I am your second opinion!

Call me! Richard Rash, 817-308-8186 anytime!

Bookmark this site, or write down my number 817-308-8186.
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Richard Rash
Foundation Repair Consultant
Grapevine, TX 76099
Phone: 817-308-8186
Fax: 817-540-4049
email:
richardrashinc@tx.rr.com