What Clay Soil Means for Your Houston Home

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Among all soil types, clay soil, which is prevalent in the Houston area, has the greatest potential to damage a foundation. Find out how it affects your Houston home.

How to Protect Your Home from the Rain

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Protecting your home from torrential Houston rains can be done in many ways depending on your location. You can protect your home with the use of french drains to lifting your home.

What Is the Clay Bowl Effect

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When a home is being built, the soil is excavated to make room for the foundation. This creates an empty “clay bowl”.

What is a French Drain?

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These drains are nothing more than a gravel-lined ditch, with a pipe that is created to carry water away from the home.