3 Benefits of Waterproofing Your Basement That Homeowners Should Know Ahh, the basement… the stalwart classic of scary stories told around the campfire. It’s damp, dark, smelly, and potentially full of things that go bump in the night. As a kid, it was fun to be creeped out by these spaces. But as a homeowner? […]
Originally posted 12/5/19, updated 12/14/22 When a basement wall cracks, it needs to be repaired, much like a broken bone. Having been broken, it must be set back in place and held firm to heal. Depending on how severe the break, it may take metal plates and pins for the bone to regain strength. The […]
Originally posted 7/30/19; revised by Kelly Kater on 7/23/20 Your home is an investment, your refuge, your place of belonging. It should be a safe, healthy space when you and your family can flourish, while also being a place where you can express yourself and your personal style. If you have a basement, you […]
Originally posted 7/30/19; revised 12/15/22 Homebuying is a stressful process; purchasing a home that has a moldy basement is certainly not going to reduce that stress. Is it worth the headache (both literal and metaphorical) to buy a home with an existing mold problem? Should you walk away now, and look somewhere else? The […]
Originally posted 3/11/19, revised 8/25/21 When you find water in your basement, you’re probably annoyed. Frustrated. Fed up. It doesn’t matter if it’s the first time, the third time, or if it only happens during a heavy rain: water intrusion is bad for your foundation and should be resolved. Acculevel has been repairing foundations […]
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 […]
Originally posted 2/25/19, revised by Kelly Kater 8/27/20 Foundation shearing is a sign your wall is under serious stress. We’re talking about cramming the night before a major exam for a class you’ve skipped regularly and thought you could coast through- only to realize this one test is your entire grade and you won’t graduate […]
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 […]
Originally posted 1/21/19, revised 5/24/21 I watch a lot of how-to TV shows, because I like to learn new things: sewing, cooking, painting, gardening, you name it. It gives you a chance to try something new, flexing those DIY muscles feels good, and if it doesn’t turn out well? That’s okay! You can throw away […]
Originally posted 1/21/2019, updated 7/30/2020 When you think of doing home repairs, do you automatically think of warmer weather? This would make sense- many outdoor industries like roadwork, landscaping, and roofing take place in the warmer months for the most effective results. Foundation repairs do not fall into this category, however. Both foundation repairs and […]
