On Solid Ground

Grout pumping technology has evolved significantly over the years and continues to do so. In episode 14 of On Solid Ground, we dive into a range of topics, including the most common failure reasons in the past, how to choose the right pump type for a job, what the next big leap in this technology will be, and much more.Thank you for listening, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes! Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com to schedule a FREE inspection with us.

In Episode 13, Colt Hullander of Alchatek breaks down why the operator behind chemical grouting can determine the success of an entire job. The conversation covers how to tell when a foreman is ready to lead a crew independently, which skill is hardest to train consistently across teams, why operator ability is often the invisible variable on a project, and more. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a chemical grout team capable of executing with precision, and why pumping this material correctly is both a science and an art, this episode is for you.Thank you for listening, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes! Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com to schedule a FREE inspection with us.

In Episode 12, we welcomed back Colt Hullander of Alchatek for a discussion on how to determine the right ground-improvement method for different project conditions. The conversation explored how these decisions are made, when slab lifting is the best solution, instances where the most obvious method underperformed, and much more. It was an insightful episode for anyone interested in the factors that shape the selection of the most effective ground-improvement approach for a given project.Thank you for listening, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes! Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com/ to schedule a FREE inspection with us.

In Episode 11, we had Terrance Sterett on as our guest, the Owner and Chief Operations Officer of Dauntless Contracting. Jay and Terrance provided our audience with a better understanding of the FEMA 50% rule so people can be better equipped in making a decision that is right for them when it comes to rebuilding or lifting a home based on the cost, time, and benefits of each. Other topics discussed included the consequences a city or county can face by not following these guidelines, how homeowners should assess whether their property is better suited for rebuilding or lifting, the advantages and disadvantages of using steel framing versus wood framing, along with much more.Thank you for listening, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes! Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com/ to schedule a FREE inspection with us.

In Episode 10, we welcomed back Grant Krapf from Krapf Legal for another insightful discussion. This time, we delved into various topics related to insurance claims for homeowners, both before and after a hurricane. We covered the most common reasons insurance companies deny hurricane claims, homeowners' rights when an insurance company delays payment, how wind vs. water damage can affect claims, among other key topics. We hope this episode proves valuable, especially if you're facing damage in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.If you need legal assistance relating to insurance claims, contact Krapf Legal at 727-777-7450 or through their website here: https://krapflegal.com/Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com/ to schedule a FREE inspection after the storm!

In Episode 9 Part 2, we discussed with Leo Cannyn from Beryl Engineering about the importance of milestone inspections. He provided a lot of valuable insight regarding this topic that we weren’t aware of before. This discussion included what makes milestone inspections different from regular inspections, who typically receives milestone inspections, how to vet milestone inspectors, what the cost of these inspections is, and much more. We hope the information in this podcast was beneficial to you, primarily if you are a condominium that is at least 3 stories tall and has dealt with this type of inspection in the past or will in the near future. If you or someone you know needs their foundation evaluated, tell them to contact Helicon at their earliest convenience. Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com/ to schedule a FREE inspection!

In Episode 9 Part 1, we welcomed Leo Cannyn from Beryl Engineering onto the podcast. He provided a wealth of knowledge regarding home foundation inspections. This discussion included what a home inspection entails, if a foundation check is part of the inspection process, warning signs that an inspector should look for during a foundation inspection, how foundation issues affect the overall value of a property, along with much more. We hope this information was valuable to you, especially if you recently had a home inspection done or will have one in the near future. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode on milestone inspections coming on May 3rd!If you or someone you know needs their foundation evaluated, tell them to contact Helicon at their earliest convenience. Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com/ to schedule a FREE inspection!*PE means Professional Engineer

In Episode 8 of our podcast, we welcomed Grant Krapf as our guest, an attorney who specializes in property insurance claims. We discussed topics such as the laws surrounding sinkholes, what’s covered and what’s not, how coverage can differ for businesses versus residential, how homeowners should navigate the legal process, along with much more. We hope you learned just as much as we did on this topic and that it will prove beneficial in case you or someone you know faces a similar situation.If you or someone you know is facing settlement around their home or even a possible sinkhole, tell them to contact Helicon at their earliest convenience. Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com/ to schedule a FREE inspection!

In Episode 7, we brought on Rich Kay from Keller Williams Realty as our guest. Rich used to work at Helicon as a Senior Project Manager, specifically regarding sinkholes. He brought this knowledge to the realty field and has assisted numerous clients in this space over the years. During our discussion, we touched on various topics including the key factors that potential homebuyers should consider when looking at properties with possible sinkhole conditions, the impact sinkholes have on peoples’ insurance and their homes for resale value, how sinkhole conditions affect the appraisal process, as well as much more.If you or someone you know is facing settlement around their home or even a possible sinkhole, tell them to contact Helicon at their earliest convenience! Call 844-Helicon.

We welcomed Andy Powell from the Seawall Repair Network, a division of Alchatek, onto our sixth podcast to discuss the topic of concrete lifting and leveling. We delved deep into the causes of concrete settlement, the lifting process itself, the applications where chemical grout can be applied, preventive measures homeowners can take to prevent this sinking from happening, as well as many other interesting points. If you or someone you know is facing settlement around their home, tell them to contact Helicon at their earliest convenience! 📞 844-HeliconThank you for watching, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes!

On Episode 5 of ‘On Solid Ground,’ we welcomed Colt Hullander from Alchatek onto our podcast. The discussion began with the importance of a seawall, regaining soil stability, and how the domino effect plays a vital role in the stabilization process. We also touched on topics such as, elements of a seawall that stabilization can’t fix, seawall repair vs. replacement, and the significance of a pressure relief valve system. We hope that homeowners and business owners who have a seawall will now have a better understanding of what to look out for when it comes to the overall health of their seawall and how to maintain it.Thank you for watching, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes!

On Episode 4 of ‘On Solid Ground,’ we continued our discussion with David Grindley, but this time on another topic - soil testing and why someone would need it for their new build. A lot goes into building a new home, but what about what lies underneath? This is what we explored further. Some of the subjects we touched on included: the benefit of testing your soil before you build, what you should do if you notice damage, the soil testing process, the budget for a soil penetrating test, and why soil testings aren’t completed for every house.We hope this episode gave you a better perspective on what soil testing entails and why the strength of your soil is critical. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to our podcast for more exciting content. See you on the next one!

On Episode 3 of ‘On Solid Ground,’ we welcomed David Grindley from Grindley Engineering onto our podcast. The main focus of this episode was about foundation issues that arose from the impact of Hurricane Ian and Nicole. This included discussions about what type of foundation issues David’s team were seeing, what someone should do when they notice their foundation is damaged, how long it takes to repair a home’s foundation, what people can do to protect their foundation during bad weather, along with much more. Our goal was to inform the consumer about the importance of a home’s foundation and what they can do to protect it, especially during storms of this magnitude. Thank you again for watching, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for more interesting topics such as this one. See you next time!

On Episode 2 of ‘On Solid Ground,’ we welcomed Bryan Oglesby from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) on our podcast. We learned a great deal about the purpose of the BBB, what the difference is between being accredited vs. non-accredited as a business, how the complaint resolution works, what a consumer should look for when searching for a business on the BBB, as well as much more. We hope this episode was informative from a consumer and business perspective. Our goal was to teach the viewer more about the Better Business Bureau, especially for those who weren’t already aware of its significance. Thank you again for watching, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast! See you next time!

In this first episode, Helicon's President, Jay Silver explains who Helicon is as a company and how it came to be. We also delve into what we hope to achieve with this podcast and what content you can expect to see discussed. From all of us at Helicon, we thank you for checking out our podcast and we look forward to future episodes!