- 1993Median year homes were built, Chandler (ACS)
- PicktonMost extensive soil series, Henderson County (NRCS)
- 47.7 inYearly rain, Tyler (NOAA normal)
- 10 mi west of TylerStraight-line distance
Ground and housing
What is under Chandler homes
Across Henderson County, the largest mapped soil series are Pickton, Wolfpen, Cuthbert. Soil type shapes how a crew plans the work in Chandler. Census estimates put the median Chandler home's build year at 1993, which helps you guess what original materials you have. For permits and local rules, start at https://www.chandlertx.com
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What we handle in Chandler
Chandler at Lake Palestine
What shapes foundations here
Between two lake arms
Chandler, in the northeast corner of Henderson County, sits on high ground between the northern ends of two arms of Lake Palestine. SH 31 runs through town, 11 miles to Tyler.
Sloped lake lots
Lots running down toward the lake slope, so the downhill side of a house is often on fill.
Wetter soil near water
Soil near the lake and creek arms stays wetter, which softens clay under footings and keeps crawl spaces damp.
Lake houses on piers
Many lake homes are on pier-and-beam foundations with decks and boathouses on their own supports.
Local issues
Common foundation issues in Chandler homes
Downhill side settling
Fill under that side may be compressing; piers are a common fix.
Damp crawl space in a lake house
A vapor barrier, drainage and wood repair.
Deck pulling away from the house
Deck footings settle separately and can be reset.
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