How Does Water Enter My Foundation?
Water can infiltrate any kind of foundation. Perhaps not to the same degree — basements are far more likely to flood than slab-on-grade homes — but all homes are susceptible. If you want to know where water is entering your foundation, that requires an investigation. We can, however, lay out some of the likely culprits […]
How to Determine the Best Waterproofing Method for Your Home
When water begins infiltrating your basement, crawl space or foundation slab, your first thought might well be about immediate concerns: cleanup, preventing mold, etc. Soon, though, your thoughts probably will shift to the future, namely what type of waterproofing can stop this from ever happening again? As much as we’d love to give you a […]
Common Foundation Problems in New Construction Homes
While buying a new construction home can feel like the start of a new chapter, it doesn’t come without its own set of challenges—especially when it comes to the foundation. Many homeowners assume that a brand-new home is free from the kind of issues that older homes face, but the truth is, even new construction […]
Are Your Basement Walls Bowing? Water Is Likely to Blame
So you’ve noticed a horizontal crack in your basement or foundation wall and, even worse, it is bowing inward. Bowing walls can become a serious structural problem if left unchecked, with possibilities including the eventual collapse of the foundation wall. Since you can’t just ignore the problem and hope it fixes itself, or at least […]
7 Ways Water Pooling Against Your Foundation Can Damage Your Home
While it is never ideal to find water pooling in any portion of your yard, when the water is pooling near your foundation the potential for serious problems skyrocket. No matter if you have a slab foundation, a crawl space or a basement foundation at least some of the following problems could impact your home. […]
Advantages of Exterior Waterproofing
When people think of waterproofing their home, they usually think of one thing: keeping their basement or crawl space dry. Water can do more damage to a home than just seeping into the basement, though. And that is why exterior waterproofing is often the most effective way of preventing water problems with your home. The […]
6 Advantages of French Drain Installation
Don’t Let Water Wreak Havoc on Your Foundation No matter what type of foundation you have, one of the main potential causes of foundation problems is water. If you have a slab foundation, erosion can weaken the support that your home is getting from the soil below. And that is to say nothing of the […]
The Best Places For A French Drain Installation Location
A French drain is a straightforward drain that will safeguard your property and landscape. You may construct a French drain to drain your property yourself, or you can hire a local professional drainage systems company to create one for you. Whether or not you will profit from a French drain depends on its specifications, but […]
