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Schertz homes on clay

Schertz stretches across parts of Guadalupe, Bexar, and Comal counties along I-35 northeast of San Antonio, next to Joint Base San Antonio–Randolph. Most homes are slab-on-grade in subdivisions built over the last few decades, largely on expansive clay soil.

Long dry summers shrink the clay, and storms swell it back, so seasonal cracking is common.

What Schertz homeowners run into

  • Seasonal cracks in drywall and brick.
  • Edge and corner drop during drought.
  • Doors and windows that bind in late summer.
  • Water collecting near the slab on flat lots.
  • Gaps between the house and patios or driveways.

Watering and drainage

On expansive clay, keeping soil moisture more even helps. Good gutters, grading away from the house, and steady watering during droughts (within local watering rules) can reduce movement. See drainage and moisture control.

Foundation services in Schertz

Slab Foundation Repair · Pier & Beam Repair · House Leveling · Foundation Inspection · Drainage & Moisture Control · Repair cost factors

What happens after you request an inspection

  1. We review your request. Your ZIP code, the signs you checked, and any notes tell us what to look at first in Schertz.
  2. We call you. We confirm the details, answer first questions, and set up a time for an evaluation.
  3. The inspection. Elevation readings across the floors, a look at interior and exterior cracks, doors and windows, drainage and grading, and the crawlspace if the home is pier and beam.
  4. Written findings and quote. If repair is recommended, you get a written scope and quote to review. You decide what happens next.

Nearby communities

Also serving Cibolo, Universal City, Selma, Converse, and Live Oak. See all Greater San Antonio service areas, including Cibolo and New Braunfels.

Frequently asked questions

Why does my house crack more in summer?

Clay shrinks as it dries, and the edges of the slab can drop. After rain, the soil swells again.

Is my Schertz home on a post-tension slab?

Many newer homes are. Look for a stamped notice in the garage slab warning not to cut it, and mention it when you request an inspection.

Is drainage work enough?

Sometimes, for mild movement. The inspection shows whether structural repair is also needed.

Next step: Request an inspection or call (346) 679-7687. Foundation First TX is your foundation contractor.

Noticing cracks in your Schertz home?

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