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[et_pb_section fb_built="1" admin_label="section" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row admin_label="row" _builder_version="4.27.4" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" custom_margin="5px||||false|false" sticky_enabled="0"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.27.4" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" global_colors_info="{}"] TL;DR Crawl space insulation impacts energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and home stability. Avoid fiberglass batt insulation—it absorbs moisture, promotes mold growth, attracts pests, and deteriorates over time. Best insulation […]

Crawl spaces are highly vulnerable to moisture, which can create problems like mold, wood rot, and poor air quality inside the home. A vapor barrier acts as a protective layer, helping to block ground moisture and keep the space dry. Vapor barriers prevent moisture from entering your crawl space, improving air quality and protecting your […]

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" module_class="basement-common-problems" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="||0px|||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.27.4" global_colors_info="{}"] Arlington Heights, IL, is a dynamic community that experiences all four seasons, creating scenic beauty but also bringing challenges for homeowners-particularly when it comes to foundation stability. Seasonal changes, including heavy rains, snow, and temperature fluctuations, can cause foundation […]

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" module_class="basement-common-problems" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="||0px|||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.27.4" global_colors_info="{}"] Elgin, IL, is a historic city celebrated for its picturesque setting along the Fox River. However, the area’s shifting soil, fluctuating temperatures, and exposure to moisture can take a toll on home foundations and concrete surfaces. Over time, these […]

You may not immediately notice signs of basement wall bowing. It's usually a slow, gradual process. One of the first warning signs is cracks forming in the wall, which may indicate increasing pressure against your foundation. A bowed or buckling wall is a critical concern because it compromises the structural integrity of your home. Your […]

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" admin_label="section" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row admin_label="row" _builder_version="4.16" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" custom_margin="|auto||14px||" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.27.4" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]No one likes discovering that a basement leak repair is necessary when water starts seeping into your home. It’s a universally unpleasant experience. In fact, there’s only one thing that makes […]

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 […]

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" admin_label="section" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row admin_label="row" _builder_version="4.16" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.27.4" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"] It could be that you’ve found cracks in your basement wall and need carbon fiber straps for foundation repair to secure and stabilize your foundation. Maybe you read our blog on […]