Texas Drought Warning
Drought conditions can threaten a home’s foundation by causing soil to shrink beyond the tolerances it was designed for. For more information about how to limit the damage low rainfall can cause to your home’s foundation, check out our free tips. If you suspect your foundation is in need of repair, contact us for a free inspection today!
Due to extreme drought, there is currently a burn ban in effect in Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Madison, Milam, Robertson, and Washington counties.
For more information, visit the US Drought Monitor at http://drought.unl.edu/dm/monitor.html
College Station Soil Conditions
College Station area soils are mostly sandy types. The soil here is fine with the occasional rocky area. Soils here are moderately expansive, meaning that they swell and shrink depending on water conditions, but not in a dangerously big way. Generally speaking, College Station is one of the more stable areas in Texas.
If you would like to take a detailed look at the soil in your neighbourhood, consider looking at the United States Department of Agriculture’s Soil Survey Tool. It can give you an in-depth look at exactly what type of soil your home sits on and the characteristics one can expect from soils of that type.
For your convenience, we have compiled a tutorial on how to use the Soil Survey Tool which you can read by clicking here.