The Summer of 23'

<p>In this episode, John and Kyle discuss the extreme weather conditions experienced</p><p>during the summer of 2023 in North Texas. They explain how the combination of a 100-</p><p>day heat wave, flash flooding, and a freeze had a significant impact on properties,</p><p>particularly those with clay foundations. They emphasize the importance of consistent</p><p>moisture around homes to protect against foundation damage and broken drain pipes.</p><p>They also discuss the potential consequences of neglecting these issues and offer</p><p>solutions such as using soaker hoses and watering systems.</p><p>Quotes:</p><p>“Clay can cause so many problems in this scenario because we've pulled drains out</p><p>where one of the breaks showed its ugly head.” - Kyle</p><p>“Watering your foundation is probably the most important maintenance item you can</p><p>do.” - Kyle</p><p>“If the brake is underneath the slab and water is pouring under the slab, you will</p><p>literally have an expansion of that slab and what we call up heaving. And that is</p><p>probably the most expensive foundation repair that you can do.” - John</p><p>Key Takeaways:</p><p>•Extreme weather conditions, such as a 100-day heat wave, flash flooding, and a</p><p>freeze, can have a detrimental effect on properties with clay foundations.</p><p>• Consistent moisture around homes is crucial to prevent foundation damage and</p><p>broken drain pipes.</p><p>• Neglecting foundation and drain pipe issues can lead to more expensive repairs in the</p><p>future.</p><p>• Soaker hoses and watering systems can help maintain consistent moisture levels and</p><p>protect against damage.</p><p>You can listen to We Are TPM on any major podcast platform including Apple</p><p>Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and many more.</p><p>Tune in today!</p><p>We Are TPM</p><p>Teixeira Property Management</p><p>Mansfield, Texas</p><p>www.WeAreTPM.com</p><p>ShowMeTheMoney@WeAreTPM.com</p><p>———————————————————————————</p><p>There are a vast amount of ways in today's world to build wealth using