Your home’s foundation—the concrete walls surrounding a basement or crawl space—supports the entire weight of the house, so it’s natural to be concerned if you discover cracks in the concrete.

A property inspector evaluates conditions around a home’s foundation. Photo courtesy Getty Images. The heavy rains that beset the Bay Area earlier this year caused properties across the region to ...

Discover what structural engineers and foundation repair experts say about handling different types of foundation cracks post-winter.

Q: I’ve recently noticed some cracks in the foundation of my home. I’m worried they’ll need expensive repairs, but I’m not sure if my homeowners policy covers the damage. Does homeowners insurance ...

Several homeowners in a Schertz subdivision who have cracks in their foundations and slabs are demanding that a homebuilder do more to fix the problem. Residents of the Fairhaven subdivision, situated ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Homeowners and home buyers may not notice a small crack in their foundation, but that tiny flaw could lead to serious problems if it’s not addressed. While every homeowner would certainly be aware of ...

Cracks in a concrete foundation can be signs of serious structural problems. It's paramount that you take your time and call in as many experts as needed to help you assess the situation. It's very ...

FARGO - The drought has parched lawns, lined the ground with cracks - and could threaten the foundations of buildings. The clay soils of the Red River Valley act much like a sponge, expanding when wet ...

Each year, thousands of Arizona residents email or call Rosie Romero’s radio show with questions about everything from preventing fires in their chimneys to getting rid of tree roots invading their ...

Robby Brown is the founder of Pinnacle Foundation Repair, a foundation repair company that has been serving Texas for over 20 years. The foundation of a commercial building has an important function: ...

As climate impacts South Texas soil, this Houston foundation repair company offers expert inspections and drainage solutions to protect residential properties. A home is a family’s top investment. For ...