How To Remedy Severe Basement Dilemmas Beyond Carbon Fiber Strips
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, […]
Why Small Businesses Take Foundation Repair Seriously
Family Owned Business When it comes to foundation repair, there is no room for error. Family businesses like Atlantic Foundation and Crawlspace Repair take their job seriously. With decades of experience in the foundation repair industry, they understand how important it is to ensure the structural integrity of a property. They use only the best […]
Slope Construction and New Homes
You finally have your dream lot and the finances to build that beautiful cottage on a hill. The only problem is you are unsure if your investment is a good idea. The dangers of faulty construction outweigh the cost of building your new home in your ideal landscape. Invest in your home’s safety before worrying […]
Pros & Cons of Having a Basement
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. […]
Bowing Basement Walls: Causes, Warning Signs & Stabilization
A bowing basement wall is different from a simple surface crack. Inward movement can occur when soil and water pressure outside the wall exceed what the wall can resist. The repair method depends on the wall material, the amount and location of movement, drainage conditions, and whether the foundation is also moving. What Causes Basement […]
Basement Wall Cracks: Horizontal, Vertical & Stair-Step Patterns
The direction and pattern of a basement-wall crack can provide useful clues, but the crack alone does not determine the repair. Wall material, width, movement, soil pressure, water conditions, and whether the crack is changing over time all matter. Vertical Cracks Some vertical cracks can be related to concrete shrinkage or localized movement. The important […]
Carbon Fiber for Basement Wall Repair: When Reinforcement Is Used
This article focuses on carbon-fiber reinforcement as one basement-wall repair method. Carbon fiber can be appropriate for selected wall conditions, while walls with greater movement or displacement may require anchoring or another stabilization approach. For a broader bowing-wall guide, see causes and stabilization of bowing basement walls. Home improvement has come a long way over […]