Insights, tips, and news to help you protect and maintain your home’s foundation and waterproofing systems.
Originally posted 1/16/20; updated 10/22/20 Reality is a matter of perspective. Everyone has a different viewpoint, so how they see the world is filtered through the lens of their experiences. There are certain truths we all agree on- the sky is blue, the ocean is deep, and pineapple doesn’t belong on pizza. You’re probably thinking […]
Originally posted 1/9/2020, updated 3/8/2021 We’ve all seen it happen- or had it happen to us. The unfortunate party guest walks across the patio, with a drink in one hand and a plate of food in the other. Their shoe catches on a crack or uneven area in the concrete, they trip, and presto! Everything […]
Originally posted 1/9/20; updated 9/21/23 Concrete slabs are a universal component in housing. No matter where you live or what kind of home you have, there’s a concrete slab somewhere on your property. It could be the base of your porch, the patio, or even your home’s floor. Another universal truth is that concrete slabs […]
Originally posted 1/2/20, updated 12/14/22 You’ve found mold in your home, and now you’re wondering how to proceed. Let us help you! We’ll review the different methods to treat mold and what these solutions cost. We will also discuss additional services or products you may need, depending on the cause and severity of the mold […]
How dangerous is mold in your home? The impact on your family and home. We all know what mold looks like- it’s the fuzzy growth on food not eaten in a timely fashion or the dark grime that creeps on the grout in the corners of the shower. And sure, you’re conscientious about throwing out […]
Originally posted 12/19/19, updated 12/14/22 When your doors begin to stick, or when you see cracks in your foundation, you know something has gone awry. It’s critical that you take action quickly, to restore the structural stability of your home. In this article, we’ll thoroughly discuss the best repair method, the costs associated with it, […]
Is Your Home Settling? Three Signs That Your Foundation is Sinking Imagine you repainted your living room. You chose a lovely shade, a color that fills you with a feeling of serenity. You’ve done the job well: you stripped off the outdated wallpaper, repaired cracks in the drywall, applied 2 coats of primer and […]
Originally posted 12/12/19, updated 12/14/22 Maybe you want to add an in-law suite, a home theater room, or a fitness room. Maybe you’ve just recovered from a third upper respiratory infection this winter, or your child has been diagnosed with asthma. Maybe you’re just tired of being grossed out by the smell every time […]
3 Benefits of Waterproofing Your Basement That Homeowners Should Know Ahh, the basement… the stalwart classic of scary stories told around the campfire. It’s damp, dark, smelly, and potentially full of things that go bump in the night. As a kid, it was fun to be creeped out by these spaces. But as a homeowner? […]
Originally posted 12/5/19, updated 12/14/22 When a basement wall cracks, it needs to be repaired, much like a broken bone. Having been broken, it must be set back in place and held firm to heal. Depending on how severe the break, it may take metal plates and pins for the bone to regain strength. The […]
