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From cracking to settling and sinking, your home’s foundation faces a variety of threats. Fortunately, you can keep it stable by taking a few precautionary steps. Here are the top three ways to protect your home, preventing the need for unnecessary and expensive foundation repairs

3 Ways to Protect a Home’s Foundation

1. Water It Regularly

The soil under the foundation gives it proper support. When the soil lacks moisture, it will shrink, leaving the foundation more vulnerable to settling and crack development.

Keep the soil moist during dry seasons by watering around your foundation for 30 minutes in the morning and evening. Make this task easier by setting the sprinkler system on a timer.

2. Clean Gutters & Downspouts 

foundation repairJust as too little moisture can harm the foundation, so can too much moisture. When water pools around the home, soil will expand, putting pressure on your foundation and increasing the risk of cracks. A gutter system prevents this pooling by directing rainfall away from your home. Keep the system in top-notch condition by cleaning it twice a year during the spring and fall seasons.

Gather a ladder, gloves, gutter scoop or trowel, and a bucket to place any leaves, twigs, and debris in. After you remove the debris from the gutters and downspouts, rinse water down the system to ensure there aren’t any holes or cracks. If you notice any leaks, call a gutter repair specialist. 

3. Manage Vegetation

Plants and vines can crowd the foundation and trap moisture against your home, causing cracks. Prevent excessive moisture accumulation by trimming any vegetation near the exterior of the home.

Avoid planting trees near the house to prevent inadequate moisture levels. During the summer, these trees will absorb much of the ground’s moisture, leaving your foundation too dry and prone to cracks. 

 

If you think your home might need foundation repairs, turn to the team at Case Foundation Systems. For over 75 years, they’ve been serving homeowners in Louisville and Lexington, KY, as well as the surrounding Tri-State area. Along with foundation repairs and inspections, they provide comprehensive waterproofing services to prevent moisture-related issues. Learn more about the company online, and call (502) 367-7706 to schedule a free estimate. 

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