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Learning About your Home’s Foundation
Posted on March 02, 2025

Introduction to your Home’s Foundation Your home’s foundation is its backbone. Holding the ins and outs of foundation installation, function, and maintenance gives homeowners stability concerning the health of their homes. Foundations play a crucial role in holding up the structure of your home, so it’s essential to maintain them regularly. How a Foundation is

Landscaping Ideas to Enhance Your French Drain
Posted on January 31, 2025

An Aesthetic French Drain French drains for lawn water management has surged in popularity over the last 10-15 years. However, their appearance varies. Finding the right French drains are part of the puzzle, however some homeowner’s don’t like their appearance and long for a more natural or classic look in their yard. Developing landscaping ideas

How Does Soil Expansion Harm My Foundation?
Posted on December 30, 2024

Are you afraid of your home’s structural integrity? If you have read up on foundation care and repair, you’re probably aware of how expansive soil harms your foundation but don’t fall apart. There are preventative measures homeowners can take to prevent damage to their foundation from expansive soil. Don’t fear. Stay informed. Expansive Soil Expansive

How do I know if my Chimney Needs Urgent Repairs?
Posted on October 31, 2024

5 Chimney Risks Every Homeowner Needs to Know About Chimneys add warmth and charm to a home but require consistent care to avoid potentially serious risks. Neglecting chimney maintenance can lead to costly damages, hazardous air quality, and even structural fires. Below are five standard chimney concerns that worry masonry contractors and what you can

Your Home’s Vulnerability During an Electrical Storm
Posted on August 30, 2024

Your Home’s Vulnerability During an Electrical Storm Electrical storms, often known as thunderstorms, are natural phenomena that pose severe threats to both housing and human safety. Storms are magnificent to behold from afar however, they can have disastrous repercussions if they hit near home. very year in the United States, hundreds of homes are damaged

Drywall Cracks: Cosmetic or Structural?
Posted on March 30, 2024

As your home settles over time, it is common to notice cracks in drywall. Many of these are cosmetic and can be repaired with a fresh coat of paint or patching compound. However, some drywall cracks may indicate serious structural damage caused by foundation movement, water intrusion, or excessive stress on the structure. So, how

How Plumbing Leaks Cause Foundation Damage
Posted on March 24, 2024

Is your home suffering from poor plumbing? These plumbing issues, particularly leaks, can damage your home’s foundation if ignored for a long time. The leak can signify a more significant problem in your house. It’s not just a water waste issue; it can cause moisture that will damage your home foundation. A leak will likely

The Difference Between Normal Wear Of Or A Failing Foundation
Posted on February 20, 2024

Know The Difference Lots of houses have cracks in their foundations. In some instances, it indicates only normal wear as well as tear on the surface of the foundation. But in other cases, these cracks raise an alarm for seriousness. Cracks in the wall are one of the significant concerns. It can be dangerous if,

Think Twice Before Committing to an MPCs
Posted on January 31, 2024

MPCs – Master-Planned Communities When choosing a place to call home, many consider master-planned communities (MPCs) due to their promise of manicured green spaces, shared amenities, and a vision of effortless suburban living. However, there are important reasons why homeowners should think twice before committing to an MPC. Lack of Personalization Master-planned communities often enforce

North Carolina Homeowner’s Insurance and Foundation Repair
Posted on December 20, 2023

If you own a home in North Carolina, you may wonder if your homeowner’s insurance policy covers foundation repair. The answer is that it depends. Foundation repair is covered by homeowner’s insurance when a covered peril, such as fire, windstorm, vandalism, or falling objects, causes it, but foundation repair is not covered by homeowner’s insurance