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Concrete Repair – Features of our Concrete Leveling System

Soil erosion and settlement often cause concrete slabs in patios, sidewalks and driveways to sink into the ground. This type of settlement isn’t just unsightly; it can also cause more damage and can be a safety hazard. Water tends to pool on sunken surfaces and unleveled floors cause a trip hazard.  Until now, the only […]

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Three Radon Mitigation Techniques

National Radon Defense utilizes the most advanced methods in the industry to reduce radon levels as low as possible for our customers. This video demonstrates what those strategies are and how they work.  […]

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EverBrace In Action-video

EverBrace is an innovative, high-strength steel wall foundation repair system. Engineered to solve all of your foundation and wall issues. Fast and cost-effective. Installed by TerraFirma Foundation Systems we can help with: Seismic Retrofit, Bowed Basement Walls, Foundations, Cracks and Settled, Basement Walls, Failing & Deteriorating Walls. […]

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Chimney Repair Using Helical Piers

BEFORE: This Oregon home’s chimney is tilting 1-inch away from the house. AFTER: TerraFirma repaired the chimney using our helical pier system. From separated chimneys to stuck windows, TerraFirma has the solution to all types of foundation problems! […]

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5 Foundation Problems You Can Spot From Outside Your Home

While curb appeal is certainly valuable, the outside of the home can also give clues indicating potential foundation problems. Seemingly small damage on the exterior of the home, such as wall cracks or sinking front steps, can indicate a failing foundation wall below. Here’s what to look for: If you think your home is showing […]

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The Warning Signs of Foundation Damage in Your Home

It’s no secret dirt settles, but how does settling dirt affect your home? Every layer of soil underneath your home has different characteristics, and this has a major effect on the foundation of your home. When these soil layers are unable to bear the weight of your home, the foundation can begin to settle. When […]

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Why Your Basement Walls Leak

What causes water to leak into a basement? It’s easy to blame a wet basement on mistakes made during a home’s construction process, but that’s rarely the case.  Instead, you should blame the inherent nature of your basement: the materials that are used and the way that it is situated below ground: In other words, […]

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3 Reasons Why You Should Worry About Water in Your Crawl Space

A little water in your crawl space might seem ordinary, but in reality, it could be the culprit to mold and allergy issues in your home. The Negative Effects of a Wet Crawl Space  Water in your crawl space gets in your home one of three ways:  a plumbing leak, water seepage from the surrounding […]

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