Dry Rot vs. Wet Rot Dry rot is another one of those old house problems that terrify the life out of people, and like woodworm is often misdiagnosed and treated incorrectly. The description “Dry rot” is incorrectly used by many, as an all encompassing description, of what are varies types of rotting timber. Dry rot […]
Why You Should Repair Cracks In Your Foundation | Valparaiso, IN
Why You Should Repair Cracks In Your Foundation Foundations are rigid and tend to crack over time. Minor cracks, though unsightly, are not normally cause for alarm. Major cracks, on the other hand, indicate substantial movement and can undermine the home’s structural integrity. Therefore, you can’t just ignore cracks in a foundation or concrete slab. […]
What you need to know about Basement Wall Cracks | Lafayette, IN
What you need to know about Basement Wall Cracks If you’ve been searching for information about basement wall cracks, chances are that you may be feeling overwhelmed with all the information you’ve come across. There are many companies out there that will try to sell you their solutions to solve your ‘foundation problem’. They won’t […]
Reasons to Consider Encapsulations when Crawlspace Waterproofing | Indianapolis, IN
Reasons to Consider Encapsulations when Crawlspace Waterproofing Are you considering crawlspace waterproofing? You will have the choice of leaving your crawl space vented or fully encapsulated. The following are some reasons to consider sealing off your crawl space completely. It is an effective way to minimize dampness Sealing your crawl space will help to reduce […]
Poor Indoor Air in Your Home | Carmel, IN
Sick Home Syndrome When a person catches a bacterial or viral infection, it makes the host’s body a way to live, grow and feed off. That person can be called sick, as the body is unable to perform its regular functions effectively. The same thing can happen to your home. When a building causes its […]
How to Straighten Your Basement Walls | Greenwood, IN
Bowing Basement Walls Today masonry and poured concrete foundations make up the majority when it comes to modern residential foundations. Both types of foundations are strong and have their many benefits. However, like everything man-made, they need to be maintained in order to ensure they last longer. Pressure on Basement Walls When a lot of […]
Is Your Foundation Leaking? Look for These Issues | Bloomington, IN
Aside from the obvious signs: smell, moisture and water, what are some of the signs that you may have a leaky foundation? If asked that question, many homeowners may utter a deafening silence, as they contemplate their answer. Much like our pets, our homes will speak to us if we know how to listen. Typical […]
Basement Waterproofing Methods Can Vary | Noblesville, IN
Basement Waterproofing Methods It is not difficult to track a hardware store in the city and find out several quick fixes, solutions and techniques for basement waterproofing. All these solutions may be fruitful but only for a specific time period. The reason why most of these techniques fail to give a long term solution is […]
Provide Strength To Bowing Basement Walls | Greenwood, IN
Today masonry and poured concrete foundations make up the majority when it comes to modern residential foundations. Both types of foundations are strong and have their many benefits. However, like everything man-made, they need to be maintained in order to ensure they last longer. Pressure on Basement Walls When a lot of pressure is […]
Avoid Basement Waterproofing Mistakes in the Design Phase | Carmel, IN
One of the best things about building your own home is that you get to ensure that it is just how you like it. You get a lot more flexibility in terms of design. You also get to ensure that all your requirements for the house are considered. The design phase is critical in construction. […]
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