Insights, tips, and news to help you protect and maintain your home’s foundation and waterproofing systems.
Originally posted 10/22/2018, updated 2/18/2021 The phrase, “adulting is hard,'' began as a lament for young adults who dreaded the mundane aspects of adulthood. But I think it speaks to all of us when we’re tackling unpleasant tasks like filing taxes or visiting our in-laws. There are just some times you’d really prefer to dodge […]
Originally posted 10/22/2018, revised on 1/28/2021 Foundation repairs are tax deductible, in specific instances. As you would expect with our convoluted maze-like tax code, the devil is in the details. Acculevel is a foundation company. We are experts in our field; since opening our doors in 1996, we’ve restored health and stability to more than […]
Originally posted: 10/22/18. Updated 9/10/20 If you’re reading this article, I suspect you’ve already done some research into basement waterproofing. What I don’t know is your knowledge level: if you’ve binge-watched a season of remodelling on HGTV, asked neighbors about their experiences, read a dozen articles, or even had some estimates from contractors. Acculevel has […]
Originally posted 10/15/2018, updated 3/18/2021 I want you to reminisce with me for a moment. When you were house hunting, did you peek into closets and cabinets? Did homes with attics and basements interest you more, because they had added storage space? Even if you are a design minimalist, you will need places to store […]
Originally posted 9/28/2018, updated 12/17/2020 Your home’s guttering helps to protect your foundation. It collects rainwater as it cascades across your roof and funnels it down the drainpipe. That’s all well and good, but where does this drainpipe end? Does it extend a fair distance into the yard, where it discharges the water safely away […]
Originally published on 9/28/18, updated on 12/15/22 How much does it cost to repair a foundation? That depends on three things: the type of issue, the severity of the issue and the repair method needed. You really cannot overstate the importance of a good foundation. The rest of your house rests -literally- on the strength […]
All contractors are not created equal. We’ve all heard stories of homeowners who have been scammed: a seemingly legitimate contractor offers you a great price on a project, shows up the first day or two, takes your money, then never returns to finish the job. Unfortunately, these stories are not urban legends or myths; there […]
Originally posted 4/9/2018; updated 12/15/22 It can be overwhelming -even panic-inducing- to discover your basement has flooded. You open the door, look down the stairs, and see a soggy, smelly mess. Where do you even start?! My grandmother says the best way to solve a big problem is by taking small steps- it doesn’t matter […]
Originally published 8/27/18, updated 11/12/20 Are sagging floors tripping you up? Is your furniture slowly sliding out of place? Does your floor feel bouncy or spongy in certain places? These are more than just a nuisance! A sagging floor is usually a sign that something is very wrong with your home’s structural wooden framework, […]
Originally posted 8/20/18, revised 11/12/20 If your home has a crack in the foundation, you probably want to know three things: what caused it, how significant it is, and what it will cost to fix. Acculevel has been repairing foundations since our start in 1996. Founded by Andy Beery, we’re a family-owned and operated […]
