The ground beneath our homes here in the Midwest isn’t always as stable as we’d like. With expansive clay soils that swell and shrink, foundations are put under constant stress, leading to settlement and structural damage. A generic fix simply won’t cut it in...
The thought of foundation repair often brings to mind images of major excavation, a torn-up yard, and weeks of disruption. Fortunately, technology has come a long way. You no longer have to sacrifice your landscaping to secure your home. Helical piers offer a modern,...
Here in South Dakota, Wyoming, and the Nebraska panhandle, our unique soil conditions play a huge role in construction. The expansive clay and rocky terrain can make building a foundation more complex than in other parts of the country. That’s why looking at national...
Job Stories Preparing a Home for Its Next Owners Service Design Specialist: Steve “Scuba Steve” HowdleService Type: GeoLock Anchor System & WaterGuard System MaintenanceLocation: [Add location if you want] The Challenge As this home prepared for new ownership, it...
Job Stories Building Trust and a Path Forward in Yankton, SD Service Design Specialist: Shane Henrickson/Jason GilkService Type: Foundation Wall SupportLocation: Yankton, South Dakota The Challenge Connie Carda needed help addressing three basement walls that were...
Job Stories Smart Wall Stabilization Without the Hassle in Sioux Falls, SD Service Design Specialist: Shane HenricksonService Type: Foundation Wall Stabilization (PowerBraces)Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota The Challenge Jeff Palmer contacted Blackburn Foundation...
