It’s not good practice to ignore some issues in your home or building as some problems are more serious than others and need urgent masonry repair work. We don’t recommend that you ignore any issues at all, especially the ones that you notice in your walls or any structure. But if you do see the ones that we’re about to talk about, it’s really the time to act. It goes without saying that [...]
We don’t often go about inspecting our walls, chimneys, and houses in general so we never know when masonry repair is needed. Sometimes it’s necessary and at times we think it’s not. But just because a house or building is standing tall that doesn’t mean it’s in tip-top condition. We usually wait until the damage is severe or noticeable before we take action. Below are the three signs that indicate if a structure needs [...]
While retaining walls are effective at preventing erosion by holding soil and substrate in place, they can break down over time. If you have a damaged retaining wall and do not know what to do, consider our retaining wall repair service. Retaining walls are built to resist pressure while holding soil in place. If your retaining wall is designed correctly, it can last many decades without damage. The most effective way to keep [...]
If you think your retaining wall is damaged or failing, you may need to consider calling a contractor here at Omega Masonry for retaining wall repair. To find out if your retaining wall is in need of repair, it is important to first know the purpose of a retaining wall. A retaining wall is a structure created for the purpose of retaining the lateral pressure of the soil on your property. A retaining [...]
Retaining walls can get damaged over time no matter how perfectly they were designed and constructed. If you are experiencing retaining wall damage, it is probably due to one of the following causes. Any of these causes can make you a good candidate for retaining wall repair. The soil held back by your drainage wall can get very moist depending on the weather. In heavy rains, the saturated soil can skyrocket the pressure [...]
To enhance your Texas landscape there are many actions you may take. These may include adding assorted flower gardens, a masonry mailbox, an outdoor kitchen or perhaps a masonry retaining wall designed to complement your home. Each of these elements will add beauty and value to your home, so there is really no “wrong” choice. However, if you have a yard where erosion is a problem, or perhaps you want to create an [...]
In Texas, retaining walls are a common feature for many homes and businesses. They are used to keep soil that is sloped and elevated from collapsing like a landslide. Consequently, retaining walls must be designed to be able to withstand a great deal of pressure from both the elements and the ground itself. This pressure can cause brick retaining walls to occasionally become damaged or weakened, thus requiring repair by a Texas masonry [...]
Not all yards in Texas are created equal. Some are perfectly even with nary a dip or hill, while others have more slopes and curves than heaping plate of pasta. And, while each scenario has its pros and cons, the one that can often be the most problematic- especially during rainy season are those yards where the slopes are position in such a way that either the water runs towards your home, or [...]
Your retaining wall is not just a bit of masonry that adds beauty or architecture to your Texas property. Nor is it simply a way to show off your style or landscape design or to provide you with some seating at the back of your property. Though all of these uses would be true. However, your retaining wall serves a unique purpose – to hold back or retain the soil behind it. The [...]