Insights, tips, and news to help you protect and maintain your home’s foundation and waterproofing systems.
Originally posted 3/15/19, revised 11/19/21 Your garage floor is going to crack. How could it not? It endures heavy wear and tear, usually over the same areas repeatedly. And even inside a building, it still endures some pretty substantial temperature fluctuations, plus the natural erosion or water damage caused by rainfall. If cracks are inevitable, […]
Originally posted 3/11/19, revised 8/25/21 When you find water in your basement, you’re probably annoyed. Frustrated. Fed up. It doesn’t matter if it’s the first time, the third time, or if it only happens during a heavy rain: water intrusion is bad for your foundation and should be resolved. Acculevel has been repairing foundations […]
Originally posted 3/6/19, updated 6/25/21 When you hear “expansive soil,” what do you think? It’s soil that expands, right? What’s so bad about ‘expansive’ soil, compared to regular soil? One of them puts more strain on a home’s foundation. Acculevel has been repairing foundations and waterproofing homes since 1996. Over the years, we’ve helped more […]
Originally published 3/1/19, updated 7/7/21 We all know that water is an essential part of life and a massive force of nature. Hurricanes, tidal waves, and floods are examples of water at its most dangerous. But water can be a major issue at a smaller scale, too. Did you know that excess rain can damage […]
Originally posted 2/25/19, revised by Kelly Kater 8/27/20 Foundation shearing is a sign your wall is under serious stress. We’re talking about cramming the night before a major exam for a class you’ve skipped regularly and thought you could coast through- only to realize this one test is your entire grade and you won’t graduate […]
Cracking walls may mean significant foundation problems. We provide some reasons for cracked walls.
Any kind of water infiltration can damage a home’s foundation — but it also can damage other parts of the house. Don't miss the signs.
Originally published 1/28/2019, revised 9/6/23 If you’ve ever researched home repairs of any kind, you know that water is one of the primary causes of damage. You might think you don’t have to worry about water in the winter, but that’s not the case. Whether it’s in liquid or solid form, water is a year-round […]
Originally posted 1/25/19, updated 10/27/21 Since heat rises, basements are usually chilly compared to the upper floors. However, going downstairs should not feel like a visit to the frozen tundra! Having a major temperature difference between the main floor and the basement isn’t just uncomfortable for you; it can also have some negative consequences for […]
Originally posted 1/21/19, revised 5/24/21 I watch a lot of how-to TV shows, because I like to learn new things: sewing, cooking, painting, gardening, you name it. It gives you a chance to try something new, flexing those DIY muscles feels good, and if it doesn’t turn out well? That’s okay! You can throw away […]
