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Transform Your Basement: Achieve Ideal Humidity and Effective Drainage
Posted on February 02, 2025

Many homeowners strive to create a basement that is both dry and comfortable. A well-maintained basement can add valuable living space, increase home value, and provide a safe storage area. However, achieving the proper humidity and effective drainage balance requires careful planning and execution. This blog will explore key strategies to help you create a

How To Remedy Severe Basement Dilemmas Beyond Carbon Fiber Strips
Posted on October 28, 2024

Basement Damage Beyond Carbon Fiber Strips Carbon fiber strips stabilize minor cracks in basement walls, and they work great for horizontal cracks. Foundation Repair companies such as Atlantic Foundation utilize this material to offset the cracks in your basement. The carbon fiber derives its name from the carbon atoms bonded together in a crystalline structure,

The Main Difference between Waterproofing and Encapsulation
Posted on February 23, 2023

Which One Protects Your Home Best? Basements and crawl spaces are prone to water damage, making moisture control a critical aspect of home maintenance. Many homeowners confuse waterproofing and encapsulation, but these are two distinct approaches with different benefits. Basement waterproofing prevents water intrusion using sealants, drainage systems, and waterproof membranes. Crawl space encapsulation creates

Pros & Cons of Having a Basement
Posted on August 31, 2022

If you are a first-time homeowner in the process of building your home or shopping for one, you may be looking for one with a basement. For different reasons, basements are an added benefit to homes throughout the United States. Including one in your home plans adds space and offers you security from natural complications.

Weather Emergency Preparation
Posted on August 20, 2022

Hurricane & Weather Emergency Preparation Imagine a category 4 storm is around the corner from your home this week. How do you prepare for the impending catastrophe ahead? While it does not help to panic, there may have been some preparations you overlooked altogether. Here is your weather emergency and hurricane preparation guide. Get on

Humidity in Your Crawl Space
Posted on June 18, 2022

Humidity is inevitable during the summer. The summer humidity creates condensation in your crawl space. Condensation can lead to mold and much more. The rains will fall hard this summer, but that does not mean your crawl space has to be wet or have high humidity. Emptying a flooded crawl space is imperative to preventing

Basement Wall Stabilization
Posted on May 15, 2022

If your basement walls are bowing, you need to call a foundation repair company. Foundation repair companies like Atlantic Foundation specialize in basement wall stabilization. What seems like a minor problem could become a nightmare. A bowing basement wall is telling you that there is trouble. It is easy to assume that your basement walls

Cracks in your Basement?
Posted on April 30, 2022

Call The Basement Repair Specialists Basements are considered unique the further south you go but don’t overlook minor problems down there. The basement is the foundation of your home and can be the catalyst in the survival of your four walls. From homes breaking off down a cliff, or a flooding basement, the consequences of

Foundation Cracks in New Construction
Posted on March 30, 2022

Seeing foundation cracks in new homes can be bothersome. There are so many reasons you may see cracks forming your home’s foundation. Here are some things you need to consider if you find foundation cracks in new construction.  The Location of your Home The location of your new home plays a huge role in the

Basement Waterproofing Tips
Posted on February 16, 2022

With the arrival of Spring comes the inevitable rainfall that will saturate the soil and humidity in the warm environment. The last thing you want is a moldy humid basement. Mold and stagnant moisture can lead to health problems such as allergies, uncomfortable living conditions, and damaged foundation. Keep your basement dry with these waterproofing