What is a Pier and Beam Foundation?
Pier and beam foundations lift your home approximately 24 inches above the ground, creating a crawl space beneath your house, rather than sitting directly…
What is an Interior Drain Tile System?
An interior drain tile system is a drainage solution installed along the inner perimeter of the foundation floor to prevent water from pooling. It…
What is a Floor Joist?
Floor joists are horizontal support beams that form the base structure of your floor system. These structural pieces sit beneath your flooring and spread…
What is Foundation Tar Coating?
Foundation tar coating is a black, sticky material that protects basement walls from underground moisture. The tar coating creates a waterproof barrier between the…
What is a Cove Joint?
A cove joint is the seam where your basement floor and wall come together. This gap forms because builders typically pour the concrete for…
Sealing Foundation Walls
Sealing foundation walls helps prevent water from entering your basement or crawl space, which helps lower the risk of mold growth, structural damage, and…
What Are Rim Joists?
Rim joists are the structures made with pressure-treated wooden boards. They’re installed horizontally on top of your foundation wall and form the outer edge…
What is Efflorescence?
Efflorescence is that white, powdery substance you see on brick walls, concrete, or stone surfaces that are exposed to moisture. It appears as a…
Foundation Soil Types
Different types of soil affect the foundation of your building in various ways. Some soils remain stable, while others can expand, shrink, or shift…
What Are Concrete Footings?
Concrete footings are the solid base under a foundation that supports the weight of a building. They’re made of reinforced concrete and poured into…