Interested in adding an egress window to your basement, but don’t have time to read our comprehensive twelve page guide, Egress Windows: Ins and Outs for Homeowners? If so, this is the just the article you need! Acculevel has been helping homeowners protect and preserve their homes since 1996. We specialize in foundation repairs, waterproofing, […]
Many homeowners look for affordable ways to control moisture and odors in their crawl spaces, but not every solution is safe or effective. Using lime may seem like a quick fix, yet it often leads to more harm than good over time. Lime (calcium hydroxide) is NOT a solution for moisture or odor issues in […]
If you know what an ice dam is, you may think we’re talking nonsense. (An ice dam is a large mass of ice that forms on your roof.) How can something on your roof damage your foundation? Stick with me, and I’ll explain! Acculevel is a family-owned and operated company that specializes in foundation repair […]
Sometimes you hear a contractor refer to adjustable jacks as temporary supports, and other times, a contractor will recommend them as permanent solutions. This causes some (understandable!) confusion; who’s right about adjustable jacks? Technically, adjustable jacks are both temporary and permanent, because the answer depends on how you’re using them. Acculevel is a family-owned and […]
If you live in the Midwest for any amount of time, you’re familiar with the wide variety of weather that we encounter. Intense heat and heavy thunderstorms in the summer, extreme cold and blustery snows in the winter. And if you have a basement or crawl space, you’ve probably had to deal with flooding or […]
Too often, companies and salespeople pressure customers. They’re certain that if they keep pushing you, a little bit harder, a little bit farther...you’ll cave and sign a contract. These companies don’t ever stop to wonder if they’re the right fit for you. They assume everyone should do business with them. But that’s not possible, not […]
When people write about waterproofing basements or crawl spaces, they have a tendency to focus on the type of water drainage they use. There’s a lot of conversation about the drainage design, how it filters out dirt and debris, where it should be placed inside the home, what it costs per foot.... There aren’t many […]
Let me know if any of these statements is not true: your home is your single greatest investment. Keeping your home in good shape is an essential part of maintaining your home’s resale value. It’s smarter to fix small issues while they’re inexpensive, instead of procrastinating until major repairs are required. Did you disagree with […]
When you find a crack, break, or hole in your foundation, you promptly try to find someone who can repair it. But the repairs you need may depend not only on the type of damage, but the type of material that was used to build your foundation. Acculevel is a family-owned and operated company that […]
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