When you see mold growing in your basement or crawl space, it might look like a small problem that you can deal with easily in an afternoon with some bleach. What looks like a small problem on the surface is usually a much bigger one that requires a little more...

Perhaps you noticed a small crack in the basement wall behind the washing machine and thought, “No big deal.” However, every crack in a foundation and/or basement wall has the potential to become a big deal. Even if a few hairline cracks are because of a home’s...

Foundation repairs are not “one size fits all” or even “one size fits most.” Every repair is unique, depending on what it is, where it’s located, and what might hinder the fix. For example, fixing hairline cracks might not take long, but that’s assuming they aren’t...

Let’s not get cracking! When it comes to driveways, cracks are inevitable. Over time, the natural wear and tear of tires running over the concrete and the weight of vehicles cause damage. However, there are different types of damage, and not all of it is because of...

Mortgage companies and any financial institutions providing future homeowners with mortgages require proof of the home being insured. But what, exactly, does home insurance cover? Insurance companies cover the cost of the belongings in your home as well as the cost to...

You might not think flushing the toilet or taking a shower could damage your home’s foundation, but if any pipes have had a steady leak over time, that water can cause problems. But the bigger problem is the pipe damage a shifting foundation can cause. Why a...