Hot dry summer weather is just around the corner. We all need to be thinking about foundation maintenance. Most foundation problems that we see are a result of inadequate soil moisture.
Much of the greater Houston area has an expansive clay soil that expands when wet and shrinks when dry. Trees cause clay soil to dry and shrink. Therefore, most foundation settlement occurs toward trees.
It is important to keep the soil that supports the foundation at an even moisture content. This generally means supplemental watering of the soil during dry seasons. The soil needs to be moist, but not too wet. Excessive soil moisture can also cause problems.
Drainage is important for foundation performance. Water should flow away from the structure and not be allowed to pond.
Information provided by David Harris of Harris Engineering, Real Estate Inspections, Inc.
Harris Engineering specializes in foundation inspections. Please call David Harris, PE (Professional Engineer) with any questions about your foundation at
281-342-9944.
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Hot dry summer weather is just around the corner. We all need to be thinking about foundation maintenance. Most foundation problems that we see are a result of inadequate soil moisture. 
