Mulch is a great way to keep moisture in the soil, moderate soil temperatures and keep weeds from getting out of control. Mulch can also prevent erosion of the topsoil allowing rainwater to enter the surrounding soil. But problems can occur when too much mulch is used. It’s not helpful for your plants and
Did you know that on average seven people die in the United States each day and 12,890 people are injured each year from house fires according to the National Fire Protection Association? It’s why homes are required to have smoke detectors. Smoke detectors may be battery-powered or can be hardwired into the electrical wiring of
Besides presenting a neat, pleasing and welcoming look for your house, there are plenty of reasons to Prune shrubs and trees that are adjacent to your house. Overgrown trees and shrubs can damage your house. 1. Even though building materials such as siding, brick and trim, are expected to get wet from rain and from
You may be wondering what your gutters have to do with your foundation. Gutter function to direct rain water from the roof to downspouts that discharge the water away from the house foundation. When gutters are full of leaves and other debris, rain water from the roof can’t enter the gutters. Instead, rain water running
When you are renovating a house, the foundation might be at the bottom of your list. A foundation that needs repair can lead to cracked walls, uneven doors, and problems throughout the interior of the entire house. By just patching over foundation problems now and not addressing the underlying problems, you may end up spending
A new construction house can be an exciting time when move-in day arrives. It’s clean and new and you are proud to call it your home. After a while a few cracks become noticeable; a stair-step crack that breaks a brick, block or solid concrete, horizontal cracks, wide cracks (the thickness of your fingernail or
Incursion by surface water is one of the most costly repairs a homeowner can face, and the vast majority of time an insurance company will deny this type of damage. In the current fluctuating climate and with the threat of flooding, heavy rains, and sinkholes in the news on a daily basis, there has never
of year when family and friends gather, share stories, and pass out presents. We parents know it’s a fun time to keep the Santa spirit alive in our children. To witness the miracle of wonder on their faces as we share stories of Santa coming down the leaning chimney at night to pass out presents.
Many people choose not to do anything for slab foundation repair even if the damage becomes increasingly noticeable. The most common reason for that is because they are worried about the cost. Ignoring a slab foundation problem will only make things worse over time. Preventive measures can be very helpful. Using gutters that channel water
Fall is the time of year to inspect and repair damage to your home before the winter is upon you. Labor Day is the unofficial sign that summer is over. In North Carolina, we will get many more hot days along with some chilly nights but it’s a great time to take a look at