What causes cracks in basement floor
While every home is unique, they often experience problems that are actually very common. One of the common problems is cracks. These cracks can appear anywhere, from little cracks in…
Waterproofing 101
How to pick window well covers
Window wells provide access to your basement windows and give the outside of your house a finished appearance. If you don’t put window well covers over the openings, debris collects…
Why concrete sinks
Sinking concrete – you’ll come across it in the form of uneven, cracked, or sunken concrete slabs. And it doesn’t happen without cause. In fact, slab settlement is to blame…
Better options than mudjacking
Mudjacking is the traditional technique of raising concrete, whereas using polyurethane is comparatively new and slightly more costly. While both methods are similar, polyurethane concrete raising has some distinct advantages…
Spring basement waterproofing checklist
The beginning of warmer weather brings with it many chores – some cosmetic (like cutting the grass and pulling weeds), and some more practical (like cleaning the gutters and changing…
Sump pump maintenance guide
When a severe storm hits, homeowners may experience excess water in their basements or the lower levels of their homes. A sump pump is an important tool that can help…
How to fix a wet basement
A flooded basement is a disaster no homeowner should have to face, but when it happens, it’s important to respond in a safe, sensible way. The best route back to…
Foundation problem vs Settling
Your home is your number one most valuable investment – so it makes sense that maintaining your home’s structural integrity is a high priority. When the structural integrity of a…
Facts about bowing basement walls
You may have noticed that the walls in your basement are bulging and bowing inward. This is a common problem with potentially serious consequences. Bowing basement walls are a sure…
How to prevent bowing basement walls
Water is one of the most powerful forces in the world. You only need to encounter bowing walls in your basement to understand how powerful water can be. Bowing walls…