Good news about
Foundation Repair.

Sticking doors, cracking sheetrock and foundation worries are probably why you're reading this. You think there may be a problem with your foundaiton. Here's good news; repairs may not be necessary. And, even if they are, they dont have to be a disruptive mess. Du-West Foundation Repair offers methods which are convenient, quick, and guaranteed.

IF YOU DON'T NEED REPAIR,
WE'LL TELL YOU

Du-West only does work that's necessary because needless work on a foundation can cause problems down the road. More than half the foundations Du-West checks annually don't need repair. Instead we're able to help you with maintenance solutions such as watering, changing drainage or installing root shields to head off more serious problems.

ASSESSING YOUR SITUATION

After conducting a thorough evaluation, Du-West's foundation repair specialists determine if foundation repairs are necessary, you will receive a detailed foundation footprint drawing including elevation readings and an estimate. Du-West repaired areas are often covered by a lifetime transferable warranty. Learn more about our lifetime warranty.


BIG OR SMALL, DU-WEST FIXES THEM ALL

Whether it's a home or commercial building, industrial facility, or highway bridge, Du-West's foundation repair technology delivers complete leveling solutions. Because of Du-West's experience using a variety of techniques, you can feel secure knowing we'll recommend a repair method thats the best fit for your specific need. View some of our solutions.

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Bands for Brothers & Sisters

Du-West is putting down the tools and backing Bands for Brothers & Sisters Concert featuring Ted Nugent. 100% of these ticket sales will be going to Operation Finally Home. This is an admirable organization that builds and gives homes to troops. We're proud to be part of an organization that helps support our troops even after they've finished their assignments. Du West will be sponsoring the concert to help raise funds so that we can build as many homes for as many troops as we can. These men and women have dedicated their lives to serving our country and we want to show our appreciation.

Click on the Bands for Brothers & Sisters banner on the website to buy tickets and to save $5 on your purchase. Memorial Day comes and goes but the gift of a home and essentially a better life will be a daily reminder of our never ending gratitude.

The Last Tool Time with Jim



Well it's been fun, folks. Thanks to the many people that played our trivia and especially, our new fans. An especial thanks for those that won! For our last Tool Time with Jim, we have a tricky tool for you.

This week's trivia picture is below. It's a zoomed-in picture of a tool that any handyman should know of. Visit Du-West Foundation on Facebook to become a fan. The first person that answers the name of the tool AND a description of what you would use it for and WIN A $25 GIFT CARD to Home Depot!

Tool Time with Jim



It's our third week for Tool Time with Jim! Last week's Compulevel was difficult but we did have a winner. This week's trivia picture is below. It's a zoomed-in picture of a tool that any handyman should know of. Visit Du-West Foundation on Facebook to become a fan. The first person that answers the name of the tool AND a description of what you would use it for and WIN A $25 GIFT CARD to Home Depot!

What could this tool possibly be? Remember, you must visit the Du-West Foundation Facebook page to post your answer!

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Tuesday's Tool Time with Jim



It's our second week for Tool Time with Jim! Last week's wood plane was just too easy. Today will be much more difficult but we know our handy fans can figure it out! See the picture below? It's a zoomed-in picture of a tool that any handyman should know of. Visit Du-West Foundation on Facebook to become a fan. The first person that answers the name of the tool AND a description of what you would use it for and WIN A $25 GIFT CARD to Home Depot!

What could this tool possibly be? Remember, you must visit the Du-West Foundation Facebook page to post your answer!



5/14/2010
Come on fans... No tries? How about now?

Tool Time with Jim




It's our very first Tool Time with Jim trivia! See the picture below? It's a zoomed-in picture of a tool that any handyman should know of. Visit Du-West Foundation on Facebook to become a fan. The first person that answers the name of the tool with a description of what you would use it for and WIN A $25 GIFT CARD to Home Depot!

Hmmm... What could this tool possibly be? Visit the Du-West Foundation Facebook page to post your answer!


Prepare for the Summer With a Soaker Hose


God Bless Texas for finally bringing the sun and beautiful weather!

After a historic and ruthless winter, Texans are finally able to see some warm weather. The harsh winter has left our homes in state of limbo and now is the perfect time to recover. Time for gardening, spring cleaning and setting up the soaker house one of those things that should have been used all through the winter but absolutely needs to start now.

Wait� soaker what? For new homeowners that are unfamiliar how their home's foundation reacts during Texas' hot weather, setting up a soaker house can prevent unwanted foundation damage during the summer. When your soil doesn't receive the moisture it needs, it contracts. When it gets wet it will expand again but not as much as it was before contracting. This constant contraction and expansion of the soil beneath our foundation slab can lead to foundation instability. One way to prevent this from happening is to install a foundation watering system. Du-West has some do it yourself watering system instructions that are effective in keeping the moisture consistent around a slab.

It's important to fight the damage that can happen when the soil around your foundation becomes dry. This system allows the water to soak deep into the soil around the slab which will allow the soil to expand and thereafter to moderate changes in soil moisture under the foundation. By doing this, you could be adding years to the life of your foundation.

Click here for instructions how to set up your soaker hose. And if you're a visual learner, below is a video on how to set up your soaker hose. If all else fails, feel free to call the Du-West office at (800)457-2966 with comments or questions on how to maintain your foundation.


Stay cool, Texans.


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Freezing Weather Preparation and Damage Prevention Tips

- Insulate your walls and attic. In most homes you do not have a way to add insulation to the walls however you can add insulation to the attic. It is recommended that the attic have around 15 inches of insulation. I also recommend the Energy Q Radiant Barrier lay on top of your insulation as a blanket to keep the heat in your home.
- Caulk and weather-strip all doors and windows to reduce any wind drafts.
- Install vinyl replacement windows or cover windows with plastic film from the inside during freezing weather.
- Detach all garden hoses from the hose bibs and shut-off water supply to outside faucets if you can.
- Keep the heat on in the house, even if you're leaving the house for an extended period of time.
- Open cabinet doors on outside walls below sinks to allow heat from the home to circulate.
- Install faucet covers on all external faucets, if you do not have regular covers use a towel and wrap around the faucet to protect it.
- Know where your main water valve is and make sure you can easily turn it on and off in case it becomes necessary.
- Wrap pipes near exterior walls and in crawl spaces with pipe insulation or with heating tape.
- Keep garage doors closed to help eliminate drafts in the attached house.
- Should your power go out disconnect your electrical appliances to avoid damage from power surges, which can occur once the power is restored.
- If you are going to be away from home for an extended period of time, shut the water off to the home.

Monitor Freezing Pipe Conditions

- The first sign of freezing is reduced water flow from a faucet.
- Check your faucets for water flow and pressure before you go to sleep and again when you wake up.
- Check pipes around your water meter, in unheated areas, near exterior walls and in crawl spaces.
- These tend to be vulnerable to freezing conditions.
- Identify cold air drafts coming in from a flue or chimney chase and caulk gaps that are near pipes.

If a Pipe Freezes

- If a faucet or pipe inside your house freezes, you can thaw it using a good hair dryer. (For safety purposes, avoid operating a hair dryer around standing water.)
- To thaw a frozen pipe, heat water on the stove, soak towels in the hot water and wrap them around cold sections of the pipes.
- When thawing a pipe, start thawing it nearest to the faucet. Make sure the faucet is turned on so that melted water can drip out.

If a Pipe Bursts

- Shut off water at the main valve.
- If the break is in a hot water pipe, the valve on top of the water heater should be closed.
- Call a plumber. Keep an emergency number nearby for quick access.

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