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Houston's Trusted Foundation Repair Experts Since 1999.

Slab, pier & beam, and block & base repair done right the first time — backed by a lifetime transferable warranty and 25+ years of proven results.

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Lifetime transferable warranty on all work

Serving Houston & surrounding areas since 1999

25+
Years in Business
7,000+
Foundations Repaired
A+
BBB Rating
Lifetime Warranty
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What We Do

Foundation Repair Services

Every Houston-area foundation is different. We diagnose the actual problem, then fix only what needs fixing.

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Slab Foundation Repair

Steel push piers, helical piers, and driven piers to lift and stabilize settling slabs — permanently.

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Pier & Beam Repair

Site prep, hydraulic jacking to natural level, replacement shimming, beam reinforcement, and permanent support.

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Block & Base Repair

Older Houston homes with damaged or shifting block-and-base foundations. We restore stability without unnecessary tear-out.

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Commercial Foundations

Tilt-wall, multi-story, retail, warehouse, multi-family, historical. Engineered solutions, minimal disruption.

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Foundation Inspections

Free residential inspections by certified structural inspectors. Detailed measurements, site diagram, written estimate.

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House Leveling

Restore your home to its proper level using engineered measurements. Includes shimming, reshimming, and readjustment.

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Why Duratech

We Repair Foundations the Way We'd Repair Our Own.

Founded in 1999, Duratech Texas has spent more than two decades earning a reputation for honest assessments, engineered solutions, and work that holds up. We don't oversell, and we don't cut corners.

Our team — including project managers like Pedro, Mitchell, Greg, Galindo, and Patricio — are people customers ask for by name. That doesn't happen by accident.

  • Lifetime transferable warranty on all foundation work
  • Certified structural inspectors on staff
  • Free, no-pressure estimates with site diagrams
  • We repair only what needs repair — no upselling
  • BBB accredited & family-owned in Houston
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Houston Foundation Facts

Why Houston Foundations Move

Foundation problems in Houston aren't bad luck — they're the predictable result of Houston's soil. Understanding why helps you protect your home.

The Houston area sits on some of the most expansive clay soil in the United States. This clay swells significantly when it absorbs water and shrinks when it dries out — sometimes by several inches per foot of depth. A home that was perfectly level when it was built can settle unevenly over years as the soil beneath it moves through wet and dry cycles.

The key word is uneven. If the entire foundation moved the same amount in the same direction, you'd barely notice. The problem is differential settlement — one side gets wet while the other stays dry, one corner sits over clay while another sits over fill soil, one area has a tree pulling moisture while another is shaded. That imbalance is what creates sloping floors, sticking doors, diagonal wall cracks, and stair-step brick patterns.

The Biggest Causes of Houston Foundation Movement

  • Drainage problems — short downspouts, negative grading, clogged gutters, and soggy flowerbeds keep soil too wet on one side of the home. That over-saturated side swells while a dry side shrinks.
  • Drought cycles — Houston dry spells pull moisture out of clay unevenly. Areas with more sun exposure, less irrigation, or more tree root competition lose moisture faster.
  • Tree roots — large trees, especially live oaks, pull enormous amounts of moisture from the soil. A tree within 20 feet of your foundation can create a dry zone that drops the slab on that side.
  • Plumbing leaks — a slow leak under the slab saturates the soil in a concentrated area, creating a localized soft zone that can cause significant settlement.
  • Original construction — homes built on poorly compacted fill soil or without adequate drainage planning settle faster and more unevenly.

The good news: the same understanding that explains the problem also points to the fix. Duratech inspectors check drainage, soil conditions, and movement patterns — not just the cracks. When drainage is part of the problem, we address it. When piering is needed, we scope it accurately. Schedule a free inspection to find out what's driving your home's movement.

How It Works

Our Process — Simple & Transparent

Foundation repair sounds intimidating. We make it straightforward.

Free Inspection

A certified inspector visits your property, takes detailed measurements, and identifies the real problem.

Honest Estimate

You get a written estimate with a site diagram and pier locations — and a clear explanation of what's needed and why.

Precision Repair

Our crew installs piers, shims, beams, or whatever your foundation requires — using the latest engineered methods.

Lifetime Warranty

Work is backed by a lifetime transferable warranty. If you sell, the next owner is covered too.

From Our Customers

Houston Homeowners Trust Duratech

Real reviews from real customers across the Houston area.

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Duratech responded quickly. They took detailed measurements and gave us a site diagram with pier locations so we actually understood the problem. Pedro answered every question, and the crew installed 13 piers in less than two days with almost no disruption.
Verified CustomerHouston, TX
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Mitchell and Greg went above and beyond on a foundation issue at our rental property. They did the extra work to get it fixed right — not just patched.
Property OwnerCypress, TX
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Quick estimate, all questions answered, and Greg was knowledgeable and helpful. Work was finished on time, every need met. Highly recommend Duratech for service and pricing.
Verified CustomerFriendswood, TX
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Lifetime Transferable

Backed for the Life of Your Home.

Every Duratech repair comes with a lifetime transferable warranty. If you sell, the warranty transfers to the new owner — adding real value at closing.

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Affordable Monthly Payments.

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Where We Work

Serving the Greater Houston Area

From Baytown to Tomball, Katy to Pasadena — and the surrounding Gulf Coast.

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Cracks Getting Worse? Don't Wait.

Foundation problems compound the longer you ignore them. Get a free, no-pressure inspection today.

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