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How to Keep Tenants Happy During Foundation Repairs

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As a landlord in Dallas, Texas, it’s your responsibility to ensure that your tenants live in habitable premises. Among other things, a habitable property is one that is structurally sound.

Conversely, when your property’s foundation is damaged, your building is not 100% structurally sound. Which means you’ll need to repair it as soon as possible lest the problem becomes more serious.

Foundation repair is often a complex job. Without a proper plan, your tenants could easily view it as a major inconvenience to their normal living.

Admittedly, no one likes to live or work around an invasive repair like that involving the home’s foundation. That said, there are a couple of things that you can do as a property manager to minimize the disruption the project may have on your Dallas tenants.

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10 Home Maintenance Tips to Get Your Home Ready for Spring

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The colorless days of winter are behind us at last! There are only positives from here – warmer weather, longer days, and beautiful flowers.

For many folks, spring means different things. For some, spring means the return of the camping season, and for others, it means the start of the baseball season. Though, for homeowners, spring is the season for general home maintenance.

While often overlooked by many homeowners, prepping your home for spring provides valuable protection for your Dallas, TX property.

So, what exactly should you include in your spring home maintenance checklist? Well, continue reading to find out.

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6 Reasons Your Foundation is Failing

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While your home’s foundation is buried and not always visible, it’s an important structural component.

It keeps everything from the floors to the walls and ceiling secure and structurally sound.

Ensuring you have a sturdy and strong foundation for your house or apartment is therefore essential. It will ensure your home lasts for the longest possible time.

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Price vs. Quality for Commercial Foundation Repair

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There are a few things that you must keep in mind when planning for a new commercial construction project. Some of those things include the project’s budget and schedule.

Your goal should be to stick to your budget while simultaneously making sure the project is on schedule.

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Tips to Keep Your French Drain in Shape during Winter

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Keeping water away from your house foundation is an important part of keeping your foundation in good condition. That’s why many homeowners in Texas rely on French drains.

French drains may not be French but they are definitely good at draining sub-surface water. They help prevent groundwater from penetrating a building’s foundation by redirecting it away from the foundation. When groundwater is allowed to remain in the soil below the foundation, Texas clay soil turns to mud and the foundation drops.

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How to Control Soil Erosion Around House Foundation

control-soil-erosion-foundation-problemsThe foundation is one of the most important parts of any house or building. A weak foundation often means weakened structural integrity, and a weak structural integrity is never good. It puts your walls, ceiling, roof, plumbing, gas, and electrical systems at risk.

That’s why it’s always advisable to keep your foundation in good condition and at all times. This means regularly inspecting it for cracks, damages, and any signs of soil erosion.

This brings us to a few critical questions regarding erosion; how does soil erosion affect a house’s foundation? Moreover, what can you do to prevent soil erosion from damaging your foundation?

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How Foundation Problems Influence Heating and HVAC

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While you make many large purchases in your life, there is no bigger investment than your home. So, it goes without saying that you should keep that investment in the best working order possible. As issues come up, like foundation issues, it is important to stay on top of it in order to maintain the home’s value.

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