WHILE YOU’RE VACATING OUT OF TOWN OR IN THE BREAKS, IT’S WORTH TAKING TIME TO INSPECT YOUR BUILDING
The vacation period (summer or winter) is an ideal time to do some maintenance on your home and the surrounding area. That’s why Premium Technologies reminds homeowners and renters to regularly check the condition of your building or structure for cracks in the walls, which could indicate foundation damage.
Extreme weather conditions, such as drought, rain, or frost, can affect the condition of the soil on which your home stands. As humidity and temperature levels change, the soil can contract and expand. This often results in cracks in the walls and an uneven floor (or foundation), which is a sign that your home is experiencing uneven settlement and a number of other damages.
Another factor that is often overlooked is the damage that tree roots can cause to your home’s foundation. Trees and shrubs need a lot of water to survive – a mature deciduous tree needs up to 50,000 litres of water per year. Especially during dry spells when soil moisture levels drop dramatically, trees spread their root systems widely in search of water. In suburban areas or private housing estates, it is common to find many large, mature trees close to a house. Trees in close proximity can have roots that penetrate the foundation of the structure, which can often compromise the stability of the house.
While structural movement is a natural process, homeowners should look for and fix cracks in the walls as this is often a sign of damage to the foundation. If cracks do not close over time or continue to open beyond a width of 1-3 mm, then over time a more serious problem will arise and you should seek professional advice immediately. It is important to remember that if the problem is not addressed in time, the risk of significant and expensive damage to the building increases dramatically.
Premium Technologies can provide a fast and effective solution for lifting and leveling buildings and structures. The non-invasive Premium Technologies solution combines engineering and injection technology with additional technologies to plug or reinforce cracks in the building. Premium Technologies is a unique two-in-one solution that provides both foundation improvement and re-leveling and foundation reinforcement. The technology is used to increase the bearing capacity of the foundation soil and fill existing voids, all at an affordable cost.
Premium Technologies specialists design and perform work directly at the base of structures, with minimal intervention in the operation of the structure and without causing additional damage to it. The geopolymer material is injected through 12 mm diameter pipes into the foundation soil (or floor). Premium Technologies geopolymer injection increases the bearing capacity of the foundation soil and allows for quick and minimal disruption to the building’s structure, without disrupting your daily routine or causing inconvenience.
If you suspect your home has foundation damage, Holly Industrial’s specialists are available 365 days a year to provide a professional inspection of the property and assess its severity. For more information, please contact us or call us. We will be happy to assist you.