Project Highlight: Tunneling Services in Eastland County, Texas
Some construction challenges cannot be solved from the outside. When critical repairs are needed beneath a structure, tearing up interior floors or demolishing large sections of a home is not always the smartest solution. That was the case for a recent residential project completed by BMB Construction in Rising Star, Texas, located in Eastland County.
The property required access beneath the foundation to address underground issues without disrupting the living space above. Rather than recommending invasive interior demolition, the BMB Construction team implemented a precision tunneling solution designed to reach the problem area safely and efficiently from below.
Why This Project Required Tunneling
Homes throughout Texas are built on soil conditions that can shift, expand, or erode over time. In this home, the source of the issue was located beneath the slab foundation, making traditional access methods impractical. Cutting through interior flooring would have caused unnecessary damage and increased restoration costs.
Tunneling allowed BMB Construction to create a controlled access point beneath the structure, targeting the repair area directly while preserving the home’s interior finishes and exterior features.
This project required tunneling to support:
- Sub-slab access for critical repairs
- Protection of interior flooring and living spaces
- Preservation of the home’s structural integrity
How Tunneling Protected the Home
By approaching the repair from below, the BMB Construction team minimized disruption to the areas homeowners value most. Flooring, cabinetry, and finished living spaces remained intact while work was completed safely beneath the structure.
Each tunnel was carefully planned based on soil conditions, foundation load points, and repair requirements. Throughout the process, the structure above was supported to maintain stability while crews worked below the surface on the foundation repair.
As Brad Biggar, Founder and Owner of BMB Construction LLC, explains, “When repairs need to happen beneath a home, tunneling allows us to fix the root issue without tearing apart what homeowners have already invested in.”
Key benefits delivered on this project included:
- Targeted access beneath the foundation
- Reduced demolition and restoration needs
- Minimal disruption to the home
- Long-term structural support
Experience Matters Below Ground
Tunneling is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Soil conditions in Eastland County often include a mix of clay, sandy loam, and rocky layers, which can shift with moisture changes and present challenges during excavation. These varying conditions require careful planning and precise execution to protect the structure above while work is performed below the foundation.
This Rising Star project demanded controlled excavation, proper shoring, and experienced oversight to account for changing soil density and stability. BMB Construction’s background in excavation, trenching, foundation repair, and concrete work across Texas allowed the team to navigate these conditions confidently. By adjusting techniques to match the soil profile, the home remained stable throughout the tunneling process and long after the work was completed.
From Repair to Restoration
Once the underground work was completed, the tunnel was properly backfilled and compacted to support the foundation long term. Restoration was treated as a critical phase of the project, not an afterthought.
Clear communication kept the homeowner informed at every stage, providing confidence in both the process and the final outcome.
Serving Texas with Precision Construction Services
This project reflects BMB Construction’s commitment to solving complex problems with the right approach, not the most invasive one. When the job requires going below the surface, experience, planning, and precision make all the difference.
BMB Construction proudly serves homeowners and businesses across Texas with tunneling, foundation repair, excavation, and concrete services designed for lasting results.
For projects that require smart access beneath a structure, BMB Construction delivers solutions built on experience and trust.