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Originally posted 4/16/20; updated 10/22/20. When we researched the reality behind lifetime warranty of homes, we learned that they are often shorter than consumers expect them to be.  In the article, we provided a list of questions to ask contractors about warranty practices.  After some feedback from customers, we’ve decided to expand that list for […]

Is this your best price?  Do you offer any discounts?  What’s the best you can do for me?  These are common questions a customer will ask, when meeting with a sales representative.  Everyone wants to make sure they’re getting the best deal possible to avoid buyer’s remorse.   But getting the best deal is a tall […]

Originally posted 4/9/20, updated 12/14/22 It’s something no homeowner wants to see: water in your basement. You can’t ignore it; okay, maybe you can, but you shouldn’t.  Water causes foundation damage and mold growth, among other things.  Left unchecked, your foundation will crack and decay, mold will form and pollute the air you breathe, and […]

*Including Lafayette, Indianapolis, Bloomington, Terre Haute  If you’re reading this, we know that you’re interested in waterproofing your basement or crawlspace.  We also know that you’re a smart consumer, because you’re researching the contractors in your area. You want to be sure you select the best company to suit your needs, and you want someone […]

We recognize that this is an uncertain time for everyone.  At Acculevel, we’re worried about the wellbeing of our employees, loved ones, and customers.  Like any responsible family-owned company, we are following the CDC recommendations.   We’ve provided every employee with hand sanitizer, instructed them not to shake hands and maintain safe distance as much as […]

Originally posted 4/2/20; updated 7/5/21 If you own a car, I’m sure you’re familiar with routine maintenance.  You don’t wait until the engine is making a horrible noise before you change the oil, right?  That would be a disaster! Once your engine seizes up, your car is essentially scrap metal.   Your house also needs routine […]

*Including Crown Point, Merrillville, and Valparaiso If you’re reading this, you probably have some concerns about your home’s foundation.  Whether you have cracks in the foundation, signs of settling, or a bowing wall, you need to have it repaired.  And you want someone knowledgeable, reputable, and trustworthy. Acculevel has been repairing foundations since Andy Beery […]

Originally posted 3/19/20.  Updated 8/6/21 Increasingly, people are concerned about the indoor air quality of their homes.  This is not a surprising development.  Our society in general has been becoming more aware of (and worried about) our air quality.  Much of this interest began when so many of us began working from home, or were […]

Originally posted 3/13/20, updated 12/14/22 If you’re here, you already know that waterproofing -with water drainage and a sump pump- is the best method for dealing with a damp basement.  You’ve done your research, learned about types and methods of waterproofing, and why it’s necessary.  But you aren’t naive; you know that no solution is […]