Originally published 6/4/19, updated 2/20/20. It’s most obvious at night. When everyone is in bed, the electronics are off, and it’s finally quiet. You’re relaxed, drifting in that lovely space between awake and asleep, when you hear it. A noise from the basement or crawl space, that sounds like something isn’t working properly. And just […]
Originally posted 5/26/19; updated 7/2/20 The easiest way to tell if your sump pump is working is to note whether or not it’s removing excess water from your basement. Why, thank you, Captain Obvious! In all seriousness, there are times when it may still be working, but you’re not sure if it’s working efficiently. If […]
Originally published 4/19/19, updated 10/23/23 When you notice cracks in your foundation, leaning foundation walls, or signs of settling, your first reaction is to worry. A number of questions go through your mind. What’s causing the damage to your home? What will foundation repair cost? How do you find someone you can trust? These are […]
Originally posted 3/22/19, updated 8/23/21 If you have a crack in your foundation, you’re probably a little panicked right now. After all, your entire house is resting on that foundation! What if that crack splits wide open? Will your home start to slide? Will the wall above the foundation crack open, too? Before you work […]
Originally published 3/1/19, updated 7/7/21 We all know that water is an essential part of life and a massive force of nature. Hurricanes, tidal waves, and floods are examples of water at its most dangerous. But water can be a major issue at a smaller scale, too. Did you know that excess rain can damage […]
Cracking walls may mean significant foundation problems. We provide some reasons for cracked walls.
Originally published 1/28/2019, revised 9/6/23 If you’ve ever researched home repairs of any kind, you know that water is one of the primary causes of damage. You might think you don’t have to worry about water in the winter, but that’s not the case. Whether it’s in liquid or solid form, water is a year-round […]
Originally posted 1/25/19, updated 10/27/21 Since heat rises, basements are usually chilly compared to the upper floors. However, going downstairs should not feel like a visit to the frozen tundra! Having a major temperature difference between the main floor and the basement isn’t just uncomfortable for you; it can also have some negative consequences for […]
Most people probably have heard someone say, “Oh, it’s just the house settling” after a thud or a creak. However, a real settling house means the soil under the foundation is shifting to accommodate the home’s weight and nature’s weather conditions. But how can you tell the difference between when foundation issues are from normal settling and when they are indicative of potentially major problems?
Originally posted 11/26/2018, updated 2/11/2021 Freezing temperatures cause damage to everything- even materials we tend to view as permanent. These include the materials that we depend on to keep us safe and comfortable in bad weather; wood beams can rot, nails can rust, and concrete can decay. Your home can develop foundation issues any time […]
