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What is the Best Water Drainage for Your Basement?
Originally posted 10/20/21, updated 12/15/22 If I asked you to visualize “water drainage” for your basement, what would it look […]
Is Acculevel the Right Contractor for You? An Honest Review
Too often, companies and salespeople pressure customers. They’re certain that if they keep pushing you, a little bit harder, a […]
What is a Monolithic Slab Foundation, and How Do You Repair It?
Slab foundations are relatively common, here in the Midwest. If your home doesn’t have a basement or crawl space built […]
The Top 5 FAQs About Sump Pumps
When people write about waterproofing basements or crawl spaces, they have a tendency to focus on the type of water […]
Home Inspection Program (HIP)
Let me know if any of these statements is not true: your home is your single greatest investment. Keeping your […]
When is a Foundation Too Damaged to be Repaired? An Illustrated Guide
Your home’s foundation is critically important. It’s the base of your home that everything relies on to stay strong. It […]
Crawl Space Encapsulation: Pros and Cons
For most of us, our home represents our greatest financial investment. Our home is also our shelter, a refuge from […]
Have Water in Your Crawl Space?
Originally posted 9/8/21; updated 8/9/23 When it rains, water may seep into your crawl space. This is normal and happens […]
Home Renovations: Preparing to Finish a Basement
Since I started writing this educational blog in 2019, we’ve covered a wide variety of topics. For the sake of […]
When Do You Need a Masonry Expert?
When you find a crack, break, or hole in your foundation, you promptly try to find someone who can repair […]
What is Efflorescence?
Efflorescence is a fancy-sound word for an unattractive coating you may find on your foundation. The term is derived from […]
When Should I Call a Contractor?
When most of us find an issue in our home, our first thought is, “Can I fix this myself?” If […]
Why Should I Repair My Foundation Now?
To paraphrase Newton’s first law of motion, “an object at rest will stay at rest, unless it’s forced into motion.” […]
Lock in Pricing & Save Money: Why You Should Sign Your Acculevel Contract Now
If you’ve recently filled up your gas tank, bought groceries, or shopped at a home improvement store, you know the […]
Granular Soil and Its Effect on Your Foundation
If you search for information about expansive soil, you’ll find a number of articles about what it is and how […]
How To Install A Basement Egress Window
Before you hire someone to install an egress window in your basement, you probably want to know more about the […]
How Much Do Egress Windows Cost?
Originally posted 6/18/21; updated 12/15/22 Like most homeowners, you have plans for your basement. There are so many options: a […]
