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Thomas Engineering Consultants

North Texas foundation engineer

  • 01 Jun 2026
    In North Texas, foundation performance is heavily influenced by expansive clay soil and changing moisture conditions beneath the home. When clay soil absorbs water, it swells. When it dries, it shrinks. These repeated changes can create differential foundation movement that may appear as drywall cracks, sticking doors, uneven floors, or
  • 25 May 2026
    Poor drainage is one of the leading causes of foundation movement in Texas clay soils. Uneven moisture around a home can cause expansive soils to swell or shrink, leading to cracks, sticking doors, and seasonal foundation movement. Learn how drainage problems affect foundations in North Texas, when drainage correction may