Foundation Care in Dry Weather: A Lubbock Homeowner’s Guide
Some soils shrink when they dry out and swell when they get wet. Big swings between the two can move a foundation. These habits help keep things steady.
Request a specialistKeep water moving away
Clean gutters and make sure downspouts empty several feet from the house. Soil next to the foundation should slope away.
Avoid big swings
During long dry spells, some homeowners water evenly along the foundation with a soaker hose. Avoid flooding one spot. Ask a foundation specialist what suits your soil and home.
Watch big trees
Large trees close to the house pull a lot of moisture from the soil. Ask an arborist before planting or removing big trees near the foundation.
Fix leaks fast
Dripping outdoor taps, leaking sprinklers and under-slab plumbing leaks can all soak the soil in one spot.
Look around twice a year
Walk around the house in spring and fall and look for new cracks, gaps and water pooling. See signs of foundation problems.
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