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Why Foundations in Tornado Alley Need Extra Care

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Living in Tornado Alley, particularly in areas like Muskogee and its surroundings, means dealing with unique weather challenges that can take a toll on your home’s foundation. Tornadoes aren’t the only concern; the extreme weather patterns that accompany them—high winds,

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Unlocking the Power of Helical Piers: Foundation Repair Demystified

Example of a brick home that may need helical piers to repair the foundation.

The integrity of a building rests on its foundation, and when issues arise, a reliable solution is essential. Helical piers, a revolutionary foundation repair method, have emerged as a game-changer in addressing various foundation problems. Let’s delve into the world

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Do You Have Sticking Windows?

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Foundation Problems Might Be To Blame Are your windows sticking? Have you already tried cleaning and lubricating the window track and removing any paint? How about your doors? Are they sticking, too. Have you adjusted and taken care of issues

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When is the Best Time for Foundation Repair?

Steel Piers can be used to counteract the affects of El Niño on your foundation.

You may not be thinking a lot about your foundation in the dead of winter or maybe you’re worried about that crack that seems to be getting bigger or perhaps you’re looking to buy a house that has a foundation

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Common Problems with Slab Foundations & How To Fix Them

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Most homes in Oklahoma are built on slab foundations, which is a foundation that consists of a single layer of concrete without a basement or crawl space beneath it. Slab foundations are poured thicker at the edges to form the

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Can Water Leak in my Foundation Slab? Reasons You May Need Foundation Slab Repair

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A slab foundation is constructed of concrete and fits over the footings which are also made of concrete. The footings are anchored to the slab with reinforced steel bars. The slab foundation provides support for your home.  If the construction

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El Niño Spreads Excessive Moisture, Which can Harm Your Foundation

Steel Piers can be used to counteract the affects of El Niño on your foundation.

How El Niño Could be Affecting Your Foundation El Niño is causing above-average precipitation in Oklahoma this winter. This trend might continue into March. The Pacific Jet Stream, active across southern states during El Niño, brings wet weather, including rain

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What to Do About a Leaky Basement from Heavy Precipitation

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Leaky Basements In Oklahoma Have you noticed water in your basement or crawlspace? Unfortunately, leaking and flooding is all too common in Oklahoma homes, especially during this time of year. With all the heavy precipitation and snowfall that comes, it

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Did Oklahoma’s REAL Winter Affect Your Foundation?

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Harsh Weather & Foundation Damage in Oklahoma Cold winter days in Oklahoma are wonderful when all you want to do is curl up by the fireplace and read a good book. There’s something comforting about being safe and warm while watching

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Foundation Cracks in Your Oklahoma Home

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What Do These Cracks in my Oklahoma Foundation Mean? If you have noticed cracks in your Oklahoma foundation, it is important to diagnose them right away so that you know what actions to take. Some cracks aren’t too serious, but

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