Gary Beck is the owner of Eco-Holdings (ECO), website: www.TexasEngineer.com) a Texas civil and structural engineering firm (F-7395) started in 2002. Gary was the 2022 President of The Foundation Performance Association (FPA), a Houston Texas based organization. The FPA is a professional organization that advances knowledge and engineering standards for foundations, concrete, soil, and framed structures. Gary is a consultant for Wood and Steel framing, Masonry, and Structural Insulated Panel construction. Special consulting if offered for drainage, flood mitigation, insulation, energy efficiency, solar power, home batteries, and sustainable building. Gary holds B.S. in Civil Engineering (Duke 1975) and became a Texas P.E. in 1981. He has over 40 years’ in the Construction, Manufacturing, Machinery, and Energy industries, is certified by the Structural Engineering Certification Board, is as T.D.I. Wind Storm program engineer, a has been a member of ASCE, GHBA, SIPA, and USGBC.
"Completed requested service in a timely manner."
Bud W on August 2016
Gary Beck is the owner of Eco-Holdings (ECO), website: www.TexasEngineer.com) a Texas civil and structural engineering firm (F-7395) started in 2002. Gary was the 2022 President of The Foundation Performance Association (FPA), a Houston Texas based organization. The FPA is a professional organization that advances knowledge and engineering standards for foundations, concrete, soil, and framed structures. Gary is a consultant for Wood and Steel framing, Masonry, and Structural Insulated Panel construction. Special consulting if offered for drainage, flood mitigation, insulation, energy efficiency, solar power, home batteries, and sustainable building. Gary holds B.S. in Civil Engineering (Duke 1975) and became a Texas P.E. in 1981. He has over 40 years’ in the Construction, Manufacturing, Machinery, and Energy industries, is certified by the Structural Engineering Certification Board, is as T.D.I. Wind Storm program engineer, a has been a member of ASCE, GHBA, SIPA, and USGBC.
"Completed requested service in a timely manner."
Bud W on August 2016
Kitchen & Bath Shop is a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs, as well as other major home renovation. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.
Kitchen & Bath Shop is a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs, as well as other major home renovation. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.
We're proud to announce that Better Deal Lawns is now listed on Angi! As a family-owned and operated company, we are committed to delivering top-quality service on every job, big or small. We specialize in: Irrigation systems, Hardscaping, Landscaping And much more! At Better Deal Lawns, your satisfaction is our priority. If you have a specific project in mind, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’d love to help bring your vision to life.
We're proud to announce that Better Deal Lawns is now listed on Angi! As a family-owned and operated company, we are committed to delivering top-quality service on every job, big or small. We specialize in: Irrigation systems, Hardscaping, Landscaping And much more! At Better Deal Lawns, your satisfaction is our priority. If you have a specific project in mind, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’d love to help bring your vision to life.
Welcome to Innovation Dod Landscaping Services! We provide superior quality work and we are available for any and all of your landscaping needs. With over 8+ years of experience, we are a business that pushes ourselves for quality results every time. We look forward to working with you so give us a call today!
"Reasonably priced and very happy with the results. Ms. Tapia was very helpful with plant choices and giving us the proper care instructions. I am getting so many compliments on our front yard. Would use them again."
Lynn S on May 2025
Welcome to Innovation Dod Landscaping Services! We provide superior quality work and we are available for any and all of your landscaping needs. With over 8+ years of experience, we are a business that pushes ourselves for quality results every time. We look forward to working with you so give us a call today!
"Reasonably priced and very happy with the results. Ms. Tapia was very helpful with plant choices and giving us the proper care instructions. I am getting so many compliments on our front yard. Would use them again."
Lynn S on May 2025
9 Super Service Awards in a Row! Landscaping, Lawn Care, Patios, Pavers, Sod, Fencing, Walkways and Landscape Design. We are a local landscape contractor in the North Houston area, we have been in business since 2005 and in the industry for over 25 years, backyards Plus employs over 25 employees and is fully insured to handle any of you residential or commercial needs. we offer FREE consultation and 3-D computerized Landscape drawings, this allows you to visualize your new project in 3-D before starting any project, it's a must have. We pride ourselves in being on time and Great Service. We only use sub contractor when a licensed professional is needed (electrical, plumbing, and gas installations) otherwise we are the professionals for all your outdoor needs.
"I scheduled an appointment with Joey to give me an estimate for some landscaping work. He forgot about the appointment until I called him, resulting in him being 1 1/2 hours late. Following our meeting, he was supposed to provide me with a quote for the work we discussed, but I haven’t heard from him. I’ve since read reviews on Backyards Plus. He either is a 5 star, or a 1 or 2 star based on the reasons I’ve cited above. Not sure if he treats all potential customers this way, or maybe my project wasn’t enough $$$ for him. I was ready to have him do my landscaping project and take over my lawn service. Doesn’t seem to want the business."
Judi B on August 2022
9 Super Service Awards in a Row! Landscaping, Lawn Care, Patios, Pavers, Sod, Fencing, Walkways and Landscape Design. We are a local landscape contractor in the North Houston area, we have been in business since 2005 and in the industry for over 25 years, backyards Plus employs over 25 employees and is fully insured to handle any of you residential or commercial needs. we offer FREE consultation and 3-D computerized Landscape drawings, this allows you to visualize your new project in 3-D before starting any project, it's a must have. We pride ourselves in being on time and Great Service. We only use sub contractor when a licensed professional is needed (electrical, plumbing, and gas installations) otherwise we are the professionals for all your outdoor needs.
"I scheduled an appointment with Joey to give me an estimate for some landscaping work. He forgot about the appointment until I called him, resulting in him being 1 1/2 hours late. Following our meeting, he was supposed to provide me with a quote for the work we discussed, but I haven’t heard from him. I’ve since read reviews on Backyards Plus. He either is a 5 star, or a 1 or 2 star based on the reasons I’ve cited above. Not sure if he treats all potential customers this way, or maybe my project wasn’t enough $$$ for him. I was ready to have him do my landscaping project and take over my lawn service. Doesn’t seem to want the business."
Judi B on August 2022
We are a family owned and operated, full service landscape company. We do everything from weekly lawn maintenance to outdoor living areas. We services all of Montgomery county and parts of north Harris. We offer warranties on all services and installations. Install the best, repair the rest!
"Excellent service"
Lawrence C on December 2024
We are a family owned and operated, full service landscape company. We do everything from weekly lawn maintenance to outdoor living areas. We services all of Montgomery county and parts of north Harris. We offer warranties on all services and installations. Install the best, repair the rest!
"Excellent service"
Lawrence C on December 2024
We are her to give the results you are looking for. We give 💯 to all the projects we do fo our customers. Here at Scott's Manicured Lawns we do what we say and say what we do. We want happy customers . We offer Landscape rejuvenation to drainage to hard scape etc.... Please give us a call. We would love to work with you on any project. No job to small!
"I am happy with their work"
Fran O on August 2024
We are her to give the results you are looking for. We give 💯 to all the projects we do fo our customers. Here at Scott's Manicured Lawns we do what we say and say what we do. We want happy customers . We offer Landscape rejuvenation to drainage to hard scape etc.... Please give us a call. We would love to work with you on any project. No job to small!
"I am happy with their work"
Fran O on August 2024
Steven’s Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation has been serving Houston and the surrounding areas with all of their custom landscaping needs. In 1989, Steven Ricklefsen started a lawn service company that has transitioned into a Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation Company. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction, and we are second to none! Our services include Home & Business: Irrigation, Lighting, Pavers & Flagstone, Outdoor Kitchens, Fire Pits, Covered Patios, Walk Ways, and Seasonal Color. We guarantee dependability, honesty & quality workmanship.
"Very well."
sue s on January 2025
Steven’s Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation has been serving Houston and the surrounding areas with all of their custom landscaping needs. In 1989, Steven Ricklefsen started a lawn service company that has transitioned into a Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation Company. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction, and we are second to none! Our services include Home & Business: Irrigation, Lighting, Pavers & Flagstone, Outdoor Kitchens, Fire Pits, Covered Patios, Walk Ways, and Seasonal Color. We guarantee dependability, honesty & quality workmanship.
"Very well."
sue s on January 2025
Omar Landscaping is professional in the landscaping, paver, stone, fences, new grass, pressure washer, sprinkles repair, and end gutters cleaning. Zelle accepted as form of payment.
"The job went very well. They showed up at the agreed time. Work took less time than expected. Final work product was perfect! Highly recommend."
William M on June 2025
Omar Landscaping is professional in the landscaping, paver, stone, fences, new grass, pressure washer, sprinkles repair, and end gutters cleaning. Zelle accepted as form of payment.
"The job went very well. They showed up at the agreed time. Work took less time than expected. Final work product was perfect! Highly recommend."
William M on June 2025
At Element Creations, we specialize in enhancing outdoor spaces with professional tree services. From precise tree trimming to complete tree removal, we ensure the health, safety, and beauty of your property. Whether you’re looking to maintain your trees, remove a hazardous one, or haul away debris, our skilled team delivers expert care and dependable results. In addition to tree services, we offer a wide range of outdoor solutions, including lawn mowing, acre mowing, sod installation, junk removal, pressure washing, concrete work, fence services, and gutter cleaning. Let us help you keep your property safe, clean, and stunning with our comprehensive services tailored to your needs!
"Abel & his crew are awesome! Very detailed, professional & reliable. I have now retained him for my lawn & tree upkeep. I absolutely recommend him for any of your lawn needs. Pricing extremely reasonable!!!"
Cindy B on March 2025
At Element Creations, we specialize in enhancing outdoor spaces with professional tree services. From precise tree trimming to complete tree removal, we ensure the health, safety, and beauty of your property. Whether you’re looking to maintain your trees, remove a hazardous one, or haul away debris, our skilled team delivers expert care and dependable results. In addition to tree services, we offer a wide range of outdoor solutions, including lawn mowing, acre mowing, sod installation, junk removal, pressure washing, concrete work, fence services, and gutter cleaning. Let us help you keep your property safe, clean, and stunning with our comprehensive services tailored to your needs!
"Abel & his crew are awesome! Very detailed, professional & reliable. I have now retained him for my lawn & tree upkeep. I absolutely recommend him for any of your lawn needs. Pricing extremely reasonable!!!"
Cindy B on March 2025
You should replace floor joists as soon as you see clear signs of structural trouble—sagging floors, wide wall cracks, uneven door frames, wet or rotting wood, persistent squeaks, or windows that no longer latch. Tilted or sinking supports in the crawl space are another red flag. If you notice any of these signs, call a pro right away to keep your home’s structure safe.
If the joists are exposed from below, a pro can swap them out without touching the finished floor above. In an unfinished basement or crawl space, you’ll often see the joists and can easily reach them. When insulation, subflooring, or finished flooring blocks access, the crew must remove these materials before repairs can begin.
Sistering allows a pro to reinforce a cracked or undersized joist without tearing up the entire floor. The contractor slowly raises the frame, then fastens a new joist snugly against the damaged one to share the load. When done correctly, sistering restores full structural strength and keeps the floor level without the cost of a complete replacement.
Floor joists installed correctly in a stable environment can last for 100 years or more, often outlasting the house itself. However, termite damage, moisture, leaks, and other problems can significantly reduce a floor's lifespan. For instance, if the floor is exposed to consistent moisture, you'll likely need to replace the joists every 20 to 30 years.
Homeowners' insurance covers floor joist damage resulting from sudden and accidental events, such as fire, windstorm, or water damage from a burst pipe. It will not cover repairs resulting from gradual deterioration, poor maintenance, or termite infestations. Review your insurance policy and consult your provider to verify the conditions that guarantee full coverage. Doing so ensures you are fully aware of your responsibilities and can plan your repair work with complete confidence.
Floor joists are essential structural components that provide a stable foundation for your home. They directly transfer the weight of floors, furniture, and occupants to the foundation, ensuring stability and a safe living environment. Without these robust beams, the structure would face compromised load distribution, leading to potential safety hazards and costly repairs. Proper installation and maintenance are crucial for long-term durability and safety.