Why the Leaning Tower of Pisa is Tilted
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is located in the Italian city of Pisa and is a freestanding bell tower of the city’s cathedral. The tower is famous for its four-degree lean and is the third oldest structure in the city’s Cathedral Square. The tower is 183.27 feet tall from the ground on the low side, […]
What is a Cantilever Bridge?
Cantilever bridges are designed for road or rail traffic and typically built from structural steel or boxed girders made from prestressed concrete. The defining feature of a cantilever bridge is, well, a cantilever. Cantilevers are structures that project horizontally with support on only one end. Cantilevers may also be beams for smaller footbridges. The larger […]
Keeping Water Away from Your Foundation
In order for your home to last, it needs a solid foundation. If the foundation is compromised it could lead to expensive repairs, or sustain irreparable damage. So the best thing you can do is prevent damage to your foundation. There are many ways a foundation can become damaged, such as earthquakes, tree roots, or […]
How to Fix a Bad Foundation
The most important structural component of your house is the foundation, and it’s easy to overlook since it’s buried in the ground. The foundation keeps the structural integrity of the home intact by distributing the weight of the house and walls evenly to the ground. Cracks can be easily missed if they’re hidden behind furniture, […]
Spotting Foundation Issues
One of the most expensive types of home repair includes foundation issues which can cost as much as tens of thousands of dollars. The cost may increase if the issue has also caused damage to other parts of the home. The best way to minimize expense is through preventative home maintenance, and knowing how to […]
Why are the doors in my house starting to stick?
Doors in your home may be sticking and hard to open and close for various reasons. Sometimes it’s something innocuous such as the natural expansion and contraction of the wood. Other times it may be an indication of a more serious and foundation problem that can become a significant long term issue if you do […]