by Jay Silver | Apr 18, 2011
Hernando, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties account for the greatest amount of sinkhole activity in the state of Florida.
Spring Hill, a community just west of Brooksville, was started in the 1960’s and has seen its share of sinkholes.
Helicon was not the only foundation repair company among the vendors.
Sinkhole repair is not a foreign concept in Hernando County.
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About the Author:
Jay Silver is the Founder and President of Helicon, Florida’s leading geotechnical construction company specializing in foundation repair, soil stabilization, deep foundations, and underpinning solutions.
Under his leadership, Helicon has become one of Florida’s top foundation repair providers and a trusted partner for homeowners, builders, and contractors across the state. Jay is recognized as an expert in geotechnical construction and is active in professional organizations advancing the industry.
