If you are a homeowner, the appearance of cracks on your building’s walls is something that can make you panic. This is because it is not always easy to determine the extent of damage on a building by merely looking at cracks. However, knowing the different types of cracks and what they mean for your […]

A basement serves many functions in a home. You can use your basement as a garage, as a place to store water tanks, as a general store, or as a laundry room among many other functions. But these functions can only be practical if the basement is in good condition. Basement waterproofing is one of […]

A poor foundation can cause major problems in the home. In the most severe case, it can cause the home to collapse. One way to avoid problems further down the road is to invest in foundation waterproofing. Here is some information you need to know about what it is and why you may need it. […]

Wet basements are a common problem, and at some point, every homeowner may have to deal with them. Just because they are common doesn’t mean they are harmless. Wet basements can cause major damage if left unchecked, so you will want to fix them as soon as possible. While heavy rain and snow are obvious […]

Crawlspaces play many important roles in a home, including promoting air circulation in the home and making it easy to access installations such as plumbing and electrical systems. Your crawlspace needs to be dry to function effectively. But it is common to find crawlspaces that are either wet or have high levels of humidity. Crawlspaces […]

The appearance of vertical and diagonal cracks on the foundation is not unusual. Most vertical and diagonal cracks occur as a result of the movement or settling of concrete, but they still need to be inspected to avert further damage. Horizontal cracks indicate significant structural damage and are associated with problems such as foundation wall […]

  Winters can be very brutal on our homes and especially the foundation. The freezing and thawing cycles can result in more hydrostatic pressure which acts against the foundation walls. This in turn can make the foundation to start bowing inward resulting in foundation cracks. The effects of freezing water are not isolated to the […]

  Are you planning to put your home on the market? You will probably want to get the best price possible. However, having foundation cracks may decrease the value of your home even if they are not obvious. They may: Result in a safety issue No one wants to put their money into a home […]

Over time, your house may need foundation repair. The need for foundation repair arises from the fact that over time, the soil that holds the foundation may expand and damage the foundation. In particular, soils that contain minerals like smectite clays absorb water and expand significantly. This expansion can exert a notable amount of pressure […]

Thump, thump, thump. Every time you get home, the pounding in your head begins. If you have no obvious medical issue, the cause of your headache could be in your home. It could be that air conditioner. Many people are affected by headaches as a result of indoor air quality in their homes. If you […]