Olshan Foundation Solutions Blog

Soil Map and Conditions

Good soil is a crucial component for the stability of any structure. Its type and long-term health must be considered before breaking ground on a building’s foundation. In certain regions of the country, the soil can be affected by a... Read more

Worsening Drought Conditions in Dallas & San Antonio Could Lead to Foundation Damage

According to the US Drought Monitor, a service that tracks drought conditions throughout the United States, over half of Texas and much of Oklahoma are currently experiencing abnormally dry to extreme drought conditions. Dry Conditions Lead to Soil Movement Clay... Read more

Understanding Foundation Problems in San Antonio

The biggest cause of foundation problems in an area like San Antonio, where many homes are built on slab on-grade foundations, is a result of changing moisture levels underneath the home. Once you understand the cause, you can better determine... Read more

Prepping for a Basement Remodeling Project

For weekend warriors that love home improvement projects there’s often no task more daunting than converting a dark, scary basement into a useful extension of the home. Basement restoration projects almost always start out positive. You begin by brainstorming the... Read more

Hybrid Piling

There are several different piling types used for foundation repairs. They include concrete pads, concrete piers, pressed pilings, steel piers, helical piers, bell bottom piers and a few other less common builds. Each piling type can come in a variety... Read more

Sinkhole News and Prevention

Here’s a news teaser that will keep you watching: ”Is your house about to be swallowed whole by the earth? Find out tonight after the game!” As crazy as that might sound, real stories about the ground literally falling out... Read more

Cleaning Up Storm Water Damage

Heavy rain and strong winds can create a wide range of problems for homeowners. When city sewers can’t handle a sudden surge in storm water, that water can back up and flood basements, or it can saturate the ground to... Read more

Changes in Pavement and Landscape Slope

Sagging slab patios, cracked sidewalks and erosion are more than unsightly aesthetic concerns. When the surfaces around a home begin to deteriorate, water can work its way into basements and crawl spaces, which in turn can cause uncomfortable indoor humidity,... Read more

Why is My Basement Humid?

If you walk into your basement and find the air feels thick, the humidity may be too high. That’s because concrete basement walls are porous, and when the soil surrounding your home is laden with water, pressures build that can... Read more

Why Do I Have Bugs in My Basement?

If you’ve seen pill bugs, millipedes or other creepy-crawlies milling around in your basement, it’s probably because they’re drawn to the moisture inside your home. Sometimes, the presence of bugs in the basement is an early warning sign of foundation... Read more