Three Reasons You Should Not Use Lime in Your Crawl Space
Recently, one of our project managers encountered a new DIY “solution” in a customer’s crawl space. The homeowner had spread […]
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What is Core Fill and Why Would I Need It?
Core fill is an alternative method contractors use when installing basement waterproofing and repairing a bowing wall conflict. The preferred […]
Why Should I Have an Egress Window in my Basement?
Does your home have a basement? How are you using it? If you’re just using it for storage, or for […]
Why Should You Start Home Renovations With Your Foundation?
Have you ever watched one of those fixer-upper home renovation shows? The new homeowners are so excited; they have a […]
Why Doesn’t Acculevel Warranty Wood Repairs?
If your floors are sagging or sloping, it means a portion of the structure below your flooring is failing. That […]
Need Home Repairs? Consider Both Cost & Value
It can be difficult to know when you’re getting a good deal. It doesn’t matter what you’re shopping for: cars, […]
Comparing Dehumidifier Types: DIY, Portable, & Whole-Home
Originally posted 5/17/21; updated 12/15/22 Unlike many of you, I’m not a big fan of summer. I don’t like to […]
Why Do We Restrict Estimates in Real Estate?
If you’ve read any of our other articles about real estate, you’ll know that I consider buying and selling a […]
Are Foundation Repairs Permanent?
Originally posted 5/7/21, updated 12/15/22 Foundation repairs are not cheap. I’ve emphasized in a number of our blogs that making […]
Can Acculevel Repair Mobile Home Foundations?
Articles about sagging floors usually emphasize the elements of the crawl space. They don’t focus on the existence of the […]
How Long is An Acculevel Quote Valid and Why?
Originally posted 4/30/21; updated 12/20/22 Since Andy Beery founded Acculevel in 1996, our goal has been to help homeowners protect […]
What Are the Problems with Sagging Floor Repairs?
When you have sagging floors, it means one or more of the wooden components of your floor structure is damaged. […]
The 5 Best Foundation Repair Companies in Northern Illinois*
*Including Hammond, Joliet, & Plainfield If you’re reading this, you probably have some concerns about your home’s foundation. Whether you […]
Will the Installation Crew Need Access to My Home?
Since our start in 1996, Acculevel’s goal has been to help homeowners protect and maintain their homes. We meet this […]
Why is My Crawl Space Height Important?
Crawl spaces are often damp, dirty, poorly lit and uninviting. Most homeowners never set foot in their crawl space, and […]
The 7 Best Waterproofing Companies in Northern Illinois*
*Including Hammond, Joliet, & Plainfield If you’re reading this, we know that you’re interested in waterproofing your basement or crawlspace. […]
Can You Slabjack Concrete That Has Been Mudjacked in the Past?
If you’re researching this question, you are probably already familiar with concrete leveling or concrete lifting methods. If you’re not, […]
The 3 Best Foundation Repair Companies in Central Kentucky*
*Including Lexington, Lancaster, & Bowling Green If you’re reading this, you probably have some concerns about your home’s foundation. Whether […]
What Are the Biggest Problems with Slabjacking?
Slabjacking is the concrete lifting method that we use here at Acculevel. If you’re not familiar with it, you may […]
What Happens to My Home’s Foundation in the Spring?
Let’s have a quick flashback to science class, okay? Cold weather makes porous materials contract, or shrink inward. When it […]
