Articles from Rapid Foundation Repair

Little Known Foundation Repair Products: Helical Piers and Wall Anchors

Foundation Repair Products from Rapid Foundation Repair Helical Piers in South Dakota Many tools can help fix many different foundation failure problems, but out of all of them, helical piers and wall anchors are the least known. Amazingly, they are probably the most useful and safe for your foundation failure repairs. Helical piers are a staple product in the foundation repair industry. Usually, helical piers, which are screw-type piers, are used on structures of a lighter weight. Today, helical piers are among the two most commonly used structural piers. They are usually used to lift and stabilize your home’s foundation. … Read More

Recent Weather and the Effects on your Basement

Basement Waterproofing in South Dakota With the drastic weather changes here in South Dakota, it is important to keep in mind how they might affect your foundation. The moisture level of the soil under and around your home changes with the weather, expanding and contracting with the droughts and heavy rains. This can place unwanted pressure on your foundation, or cause it to move, shift, or crack. Water takes the path of least resistance, so when your foundation cracks, moisture is likely to seep into your foundation and basement. A damp basement is a perfect environment for mold and mildew … Read More

Problems that Lurk in your Basement

Basement Repair in South Dakota A home’s basement often doubles as a living room and a storage room. It is where we keep our belongings and family heirlooms. Being underground, however, the basement is at the highest risk of water damage. It is important homeowners take the necessary precautions to ensure the well being of their possessions and their home. For your basement repair needs count on Rapid Foundation Repair. We can help you understand what you are seeing and find the right repair for you! Water takes the path of least resistance. Meaning, if your foundation walls have cracks then … Read More

Dry Basement South Dakota

Steps to Keeping a Dry Basement The summer months are finally here. You know what that means: swimming, fireworks, and plenty of fun times to be had. But summer also brings lots of storms. With all the rain, your home is bound to get some water damage. Do not let a wet basement put a damper on your summer. Give us a call today. We will help you keep a dry basement, not only in the summer but throughout the entire year. Professionals Help You Keep a Dry Basement in South Dakota Many types of basement waterproofing can help you … Read More

Signs and Signals From Your Walls

Professional Wall Repair South Dakota Signs and Signals From Your Walls Foundation walls are a big part of what makes up your home. They hold your home together, as well. In short, they are an essential part of your home. Since they are so important to the health and safety of your home, they should be taken care of as such. Most foundation problems have to deal with your foundation walls. Bowing walls, leaning walls, wall cracks, and sticking doors and windows all come from issues with your foundation walls and need wall repair. If you notice signs of foundation failure in your walls, … Read More

Crack Alert! How to Prevent Further Damage

Foundation Crack Repair South Dakota Crack Alert! How to Prevent Further Damage It may seem like all cracks are the same, but this is untrue. All cracks are different. They have various causes and should be fixed and taken care of differently. Each one says something different about your home and its foundation. There are at least 12 different types of cracks, but this also depends on the type of home, whether it is a brick or concrete wall. Here is a list of cracks and their meanings. 1) Angled and Horizontal This crack may mean that your foundation walls … Read More

Exterior Drainage Solutions in South Dakota

How Exterior Drainage can Save your Basement Summer is a time for celebration and fun, and for some, it can finally mean a break. In that aspect, summer is the best time of the year. Unfortunately, with all this summer fun, there is also a downside. Summer brings summer storms, and that can mean a leaky, wet basement. All the water from rain comes from outside your home and leaks in. If you have a buildup of water around your home, you may not only have to deal with it outside, but also inside. So, logically, it would be best … Read More

Basement Waterproofing? SD Experts Can Help

Summer Storms Can Equal a Wet Basement It is that time of year again. Summer is here. Summer is great in South Dakota: swimming in the pool, celebrating the Fourth of July, watching fireworks, taking vacations, and enjoying lots of outdoor fun. With all the special celebrations and fun times to be had during the summer, you do not want to be bothered by a leaky, wet basement. When that summer season shows up, summer storms come along with it, and along with these storms, you are bound to encounter some foundation problems, such as a damp crawl space. Do … Read More

Wall Damage Concerns

When to be Concerned About Wall Damage Homeowners, when faced with wall damage, typically do not contact a professional right away. However, this can lead to more damage and a bigger problem than the original issue. Instead of attempting to repair the wall damage yourself, contact a professional for any concerns about wall cracks or damage. The professionals here at Rapid Foundation Repairs are happy to service your wall repair needs in South Dakota and Wyoming. Wall damage typically occurs when walls are overloaded or because the structure has settled. Bowing walls are often caused by excessive lateral pressure from … Read More

How to Choose the Correct Sump Pump

How to Choose the Correct Sump Pump Sump Pump Installation Do you experience flooding in your basement every time heavy rains occur? It’s a common problem that many homeowners face. Water damage is challenging to recover from because it can destroy a wide range of things. It can also cause moisture to accumulate in your home, leading to significant issues. When there is moisture stuck inside your home, you may not even be aware of it. The moisture could be building up in places you may never even think about, such as your crawl space. Moisture that is left alone … Read More