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Tag: Foundation Repair

After the Recent Earthquake: What Coastal Oregon Homeowners Should Check Right Now

Posted on by James Kershaw
Concrete driveway being repaired to correct uneven and settled slabs.
The recent earthquake off the Oregon coast was an unwelcome reminder for many coastal Oregonians. Although the effects of the earthquake may not be visible, earthquakes near the Cascadia Subduction Zone always have the greatest and most immediate effects on coastal Oregon cities such as Coos Bay, Florence, and Gold Beach. As a coastal Oregon […]

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The Truth About Winter Salt and Concrete Damage

Posted on by James Kershaw
Cracked concrete surface damaged by salt, sand, and freeze-thaw cycles.
How Ice Melt Affects Your Driveway, Sidewalks, and Patios When winter weather brings snow and ice, most homeowners rely on salt or chemical ice melt to keep driveways, sidewalks, and steps safe. While these products are effective at preventing slips and falls, they can quietly cause long-term damage to your concrete. Understanding how winter salt […]

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12 Tips for Protecting Your Home’s Foundation

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If you own a home, it’s important to ensure its continued structural soundness. Here are 12 practical tips for protecting your home’s foundation. […]

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Foundation Waterproofing Isn’t Waterproofing

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TerraFirma specialist installing a sump pump as part of a complete foundation waterproofing system
When homeowners hear the phrase foundation waterproofing, it’s easy to imagine a coating or seal that permanently blocks water from ever entering the home. In reality, that’s not how foundations — or water — work.At TerraFirma Foundation Systems, we help homeowners across Oregon and Washington protect their crawl spaces, basements, and foundations from water damage. […]

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What should really scare you about your home.

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It’s about that time of the year for spooky stuff to be everywhere. There are many scares about, trying to get you with their icy tendrils, but homeowners know real fear. We have to deal with contractors and tradesmen. It’s also the time of the year in the Pacific Northwest when the rains come, and […]

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Spring Home Health Check: Why It’s Time to Assess Your Home In the Pacific Northwest

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spring house pnw Scare
If you’ve noticed that some of the concrete slabs around your home are uneven, now is the time to do something about it. Here’s why you should. […]

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Everbrace Wall Stabilization in Portland, OR

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Dimly lit basement with dirt floor
This prospective buyer was eager to purchase a 1920s single-family home in Portland, Oregon, but encountered a significant hurdle—its crumbling and settling foundation. Without proper stabilization, securing a loan for the purchase might not be possible. Meanwhile, the seller, determined to move forward with the sale, reached out to TerraFirma for a solution. System Design […]

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EverBrace Wall Stabilization in Portland, OR

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Cluttered basement storage area.
The homeowners of a single-family home in Portland, Oregon, with a basement and crawl space foundation contacted TerraFirma due to concerns about their crumbling foundation and the overall structural integrity of their home. In response, System Design Specialist Danny Duff promptly visited the property for an on-site evaluation. During his inspection, Danny discovered that the […]

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Everbrace Wall Stabilization in Portland, OR

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Empty room with exposed walls and wires
The homeowner of an early 1900s Portland, Oregon, home reached out to TerraFirma to address persistent water intrusion in the basement. Having previously worked with TerraFirma on successful crawlspace projects, they trusted the team to provide a permanent solution. System Design Specialist Ryan Bothman promptly evaluated the property and identified water entering along the front […]

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