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How a Coin Can Determine if Foundation Repair is Needed
Posted on October 08, 2013

A Simple DIY Test to Assess Your Foundation Cracks Foundation cracks can be concerning for homeowners, potentially leading to costly repairs, structural instability, and safety hazards. But how do you know if a crack in your foundation is serious? Experts use a simple trick to determine whether a crack requires immediate attention—and all you need

Basement Repair and Wall Stabilization
Posted on September 05, 2013

Home improvement has come a long way over the last several decades, and this is true for every aspect of our homes. From roofing to insulation to basement repair and wall stabilization, the tools and upgrades available are drastically different than they were for our parents. Older block foundations are particularly inferior to their newer

Leaning Retaining Wall
Posted on August 26, 2013

Having a leaning retaining wall on your property is something that most homeowners aren’t equipped to handle. The damages are sure to be expensive, and the wall seems to be moving further out every day. Well, it’s actually moving every rain. That’s right; water is the likely culprit. Backfill soil is notorious for expanding and

The Magic of Gutters
Posted on August 19, 2013

Most homeowners don’t realize the crucial role that gutters play in protecting their house from foundation damage. They are designed to gather water and direct it to ground with sloping that will transport it far away from your foundation. Without them, rainwater would cascade down the walls and form pools around your home. Over time,

5 Reasons Not to Ignore a Wet Crawlspace
Posted on August 12, 2013

Out of sight, out of mind is the attitude some homeowners often have when it comes to their crawlspace.  The crawlspace is easy to forget since you don’t live in it.  Unfortunately, a wet crawl space effects the inside of your home as well as the foundation. Here are five important reasons to repair your

Foundations Don’t Need Water
Posted on July 31, 2013

It is truly shocking how many homeowners don’t know that water is the cause of most foundation problems. Water can eat away the soil that your home rests on or rot your wooden supports. It can even cause some types of soil to expand and apply great amounts of force, which can cause severe cracks

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