Florida’s new property insurance reform, SB 408, may lull some homeowners into thinking that they don’t need to buy sinkhole coverage.
Man-Triggered Sinkholes
The people of Plant City, FL sometimes refer to 2010 as the “year of the sinkhole.” The winter of 2010 was a sinkhole bonanza.
Preventing Sinkhole Damage Before You Build
on’t residential property developers know that there may be sinkhole conditions before they begin building homes on a particular site?
Understanding Florida SB 408
I worried about giving this blog post the title, “Understanding Florida’s SB 408,” because there is so much about SB 408 that is difficult to understand.
Helicon Completes Pre-Construction Remediation at the Old USF Fontana Hall Site
Helicon Property Restoration recently completed work at the site of what was once the Fontana Hall off-campus dormitory for USF students.
Think Underpinning is Better than Compaction Grouting? Think Again…
An article published in the Ocala Star-Banner suggests underpinning is more effective to repair sinkhole damage than compaction grouting.
Living it Up in Karst Country
Subterranean Florida is just as fascinating and just as intriguing as the landscape above ground — particularly when seen in the eyes of a geologist.
Helicon Attends Art After Dark in Plant City
Jay Silver followed up on a promise to attend the Art after Dark reception event at The Art Lounge Gallery in Plant City.
Learning from Your Neighbor’s Sinkhole
That property is really close to my house, should I be worried? If I have sinkhole damage whom should I call?
Understanding the Sinkhole Claims and Testing Process
When you find signs of sinkhole damage on your property, the first action you are most likely to take, is to file a claim with your insurance company.