Insights, tips, and news to help you protect and maintain your home’s foundation and waterproofing systems.
Does your house feel damp and sticky in the summer? Do you still smell musty odors, even after installing a water drainage system and a sump pump in your home? These are signs that you need to take an additional step to reduce the humidity in your home. The best way to do that is […]
Last updated Dec 1, 2020 Acculevel is a family-owned company that is an active part of our community. We are aware of the escalating number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and we are following the CDC’s recommendations for prevention. As winter takes hold, this virus will make the typical cold and flu season exponentially worse. While […]
Acculevel has been helping people repair and preserve their homes since our founding in 1996. Some of the frequently asked questions have changed over the years, but this one has not: what do I need to do to prep my home for installation? For the purposes of this article, we’ve assumed two things: You have […]
The Top 5 Sump Pumps for Homeowners in 2020 If you have water in your basement or crawl space, we recommend installing a water drainage system and a sump pump. Acculevel has been waterproofing homes since 1996 and has installed literally thousands of sump pumps. We exclusively use Wayne brand sump systems with battery backups […]
What Are the Problems with Helical Piers? 3 Issues to Consider. If you’re reading this article, we know a few things about you. For starters, you either own a home or you are interested in buying one. Secondly, the home in question has settling issues with the foundation. And third, you are aware that contractors […]
Originally posted 1/30/20, updated 12/14/22 There could be a number of factors that might lead you to consider encapsulation. Maybe it’s because you need additional storage space. Maybe you’re tired of the musty smell that seeps into your house on days with high humidity. Or you’re frustrated by allergy symptoms that persist despite your best […]
Interested in new ideas for your home? Home Shows cover a wide range of interests from home repairs to landscaping. Acculevel will have a booth at a number of these shows in the coming months- stop by and say hello! January 17-26 Indiana State Fairgrounds […]
originally posted 1/23/20; updated 7/7/23 When your HVAC kicks on, does it circulate a damp, stale smell that makes you wrinkle your nose? Do you suffer from cold or allergy symptoms that disappear while you’re at work, only to return shortly after you return home? Is your floor starting to creak, sag, or slope to […]
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What Does a Home Warranty Cover? Let’s say you’ve found a crack in your foundation or water in your basement. Neither of these are good things, and sometimes they’re expensive repairs. Since it’s your home- a major investment and your shelter from the world- fixing it is non-negotiable. But there’s a possibility you may not […]
