Signs of Foundation Settlement in Oregon

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There are many sure tell signs of soil or foundation settlement. One of many ways to check for settlement is to simply take a walk around your house and look for cracks in the siding, cracks in the foundation itself, out of alignment windows and frames, and separation between siding pieces to name a few. […]

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How to Tell if Your Home is Vulnerable to a Landslide

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Landslides are one of the most common natural hazards in the Pacific Northwest, and most people aren’t even aware that their home sits on top of a potential landslide. Fortunately, there are tools and resources available to protect your home from a landslide. What is a Landslide? A landslide is when soil moves dangerously downward, […]

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Is your sump pump keeping your crawl space dry?

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The previous sump pump in this Scappoose home failed, and more than 20 inches of water collected in the crawl space. With a little help from TerraFirma, the homeowners can now rest easy knowing that our TripleSafe Sump Pump will do its job and keep their crawl space dry. […]

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The Importance of Scheduling Your Annual Sump Pump Maintenance

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TerraFirma’s sump pumps are built to last, but to keep your sump pump running perfectly for the many years to come, it’s important to schedule annual maintenance for your sump pump! It can be difficult to remember, but there are there’s a number of reasons why you should schedule an appointment for one of our […]

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Foundation Repair is Absolutely NOT a DIY Job and Here’s Why

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Every day, TerraFirma assists homeowners in diagnosing and permanently resolving their foundation issues. However, we occasionally encounter situations where homeowners have attempted DIY fixes before calling us. This is never advisable because foundation problems can compromise safety and property value. Foundation issues are intricate and can vary greatly. Even seemingly similar cracks may have distinct […]

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How to Get Your Pool Deck Safe and Ready for the Summer

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Just like it’s important to keep your sidewalk, patio, and driveway leveled and free from being a tripping hazard, the same care needs to be put into maintaining your pool deck. With your pool getting more use as the summer moves forward, the potential for injury on a pool deck from slipping, tripping, or falling […]

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It’ll Never be cheaper to fix than it is today!

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It’s simple: The longer you wait to fix the problem, the worse it gets. Repair your foundation sooner than later. Schedule your free inspection with TerraFirma today! […]

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How much livable space is hiding underneath your home?

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Learn how TerraFirma can repair your home’s foundation, basement, or crawl space by visiting GoTerraFirma.com […]

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How Snow Melt Affects Your Home’s Foundation

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Snow doesn’t happen often in the Pacific Northwest, but when it does, everything from roads to your home’s foundation is affected by it. With recent snowfall totals reaching up to 10-15 inches in some parts of Oregon, now is the time to think about what will happen to all of that melted snow and how will it […]

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