Your home’s foundation is its structural backbone, ensuring stability and protecting against external forces like shifting soil, moisture, and erosion. For homeowners in Louisiana, these environmental challenges are intensified due to the region’s soft clay soils, high humidity, and frequent flooding. Understanding whether your home is built on a concrete slab foundation or a pier…
Buying a home in Louisiana lets you live in a place full of culture, history, and Southern charm. However, the home-buying process in this region comes with its own set of challenges. Buying a house is a big financial investment. It is important to have a clear title and arrange for thorough home inspections. You…
Foundation repair is a critical aspect of home maintenance that ensures the stability and safety of your house. Over time, various factors such as soil movement, weather conditions, and natural wear and tear can cause foundation problems. Addressing these issues promptly is essential to prevent further damage and maintain the structural integrity of your home. …
Elevating houses in Southeast Louisiana is a critical and increasingly relevant topic, especially given the region’s vulnerability to flooding, hurricanes, and the effects of climate change. This blog will explore the necessity, benefits, challenges, and methods of house elevation, drawing on examples from Southeast Louisiana to provide a comprehensive overview of this important practice. Necessity…
Choosing the right contractor is crucial in flood-prone areas like New Orleans. This ensures the safety and durability of your property. Here are key factors to consider When Choosing Your Contractor Experience and Expertise Look for contractors with a proven track record in home elevation. They should have experience specifically in lifting houses and dealing…
A flood elevation certificate gives data on a building’s height compared to expected floodwater levels. It’s especially crucial in areas prone to flooding, like floodplains. What is the purpose of a Flood Elevation Certificate? Determine Flood Risk It helps in assessing the risk of flooding to a particular building or structure. During a flood, people…
History of Foundation Repair THE EVOLUTION OF FOUNDATION REPAIR IN NEW ORLEANS Brick and Mortar Older buildings used traditional bricks for their foundations, but they were not reliable or suitable for our city’s soil. This led to the development of new methods and materials. Steel Reinforced Concrete Spread Footings In the 1910s and 1920s, concrete…
DROUGHT AND EXPANSIVE SOILS: A SILENT THREAT TO NEW ORLEANS HOUSE FOUNDATIONS The soul of New Orleans lies not just in its vibrant jazz music, spicy crawfish étouffée, or the historic French Quarter, but also in its unique geology. Floods and hurricanes are well-known dangers, but there are two lesser-known threats that silently harm homes…
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