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If you don’t have a basement or a crawl space under your house, you have a concrete slab foundation.  This is common knowledge, right?  But did you know that there are different types of slab foundations?   In fact, I think most homeowners assume the same thing I did - that every slab foundation is built […]

It’s natural for you to worry. It can be useful, even productive, if done in moderation. Worrying about what could happen - like whether your sagging floors will collapse - helps you anticipate problems and find ways to fix them. But too much worry can take a toll, not just on your peace of mind […]

Have you ever gone into a Michigan basement and noticed that there’s a concrete ledge all the way around the perimeter? It’s usually about 3 feet below from the ceiling, and the walls below it sometimes slope towards the center of the room. What is a Michigan Basement? It’s a unique basement style often found […]

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Wondering how to keep sump pump discharge from freezing? Insulate the discharge pipe using foam insulation or pipe sleeves to keep water flowing in cold temperatures. You can also install heat tape for extra protection. Extending the discharge line and ensuring proper drainage away from your foundation helps prevent ice blockages and keeps your sump […]

Slabjacking is one of the primary services that we offer at Acculevel.  In previous articles, we’ve explained how it works, when it won’t work, and compared it to helical piers as a repair option. But we keep running into questions about the term, “slabjacking,” and what it means when compared to other repair methods like […]

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What causes floors to sag? A deep dive into the most common culprits. Your floor is supposed to be a smooth, even surface that is firm and steady beneath your feet.  It is not supposed to have ridges like a potato chip. It should not offer a kid-friendly ski slope to one side, nor give […]

Here in the Midwest, we often say our weather is unpredictable. I don’t think that’s entirely true.  The amount of rainfall varies, and some tornado seasons are more active than others. But you can pretty much guarantee that our summers are going to be hot and humid.   Started in 1996, Acculevel is a family-owned and […]