Water filters its way through the soil, keeping our plants and gardens healthy, but where does it go when it hits your foundation? Water near your foundation can cause hydrostatic pressure in your ...

This relationship between humans, the earth, and food sources affirms soil as the foundation of agriculture ... water, ice, and pressure. soil organic matter: The organic components of soil ...

This excess moisture increases the hydrostatic pressure on foundation walls and saturates the surrounding soil. Hydrostatic Pressure: As water builds up around the foundation, it exerts force on ...

As they grow, roots can create a range of foundation problems, including: Soil Displacement – Expanding roots shift soil away from its natural position, causing uneven settling or pressure against ...