Understanding Crawl Space Foundations: Terms To Know
Each type of foundation has its own distinguishing features and sets of terminology to go with them. If you are researching your crawl space foundation, there is a good chance you will come across many of the following terms. Here are some definitions that can help you. Pier & Beam Pier and beam is one […]
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 […]
Crawl Space Repair Services
Crawl space foundations, in all their forms, are common in Oklahoma and the rest of the southern United States. As with slab and basement foundations, they come with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. When things go wrong, they also require their own unique type of crawl space repairs. If you need crawl space […]
How to Keep Pests Out of Your Crawl Space
Crawl spaces can provide benefits for a home, such as ease of access to plumbing and other utilities running beneath the floor. They can also, however, provide benefits to the type of pests you’d like to keep out of your crawl space, ranging from insects to rodents to even larger creatures. So how do you […]
The Dangers of Crawl Space Wood Rot
While it is easy to ignore your home’s crawl space, it houses some of the most important aspects of your home’s well-being. This sometimes includes plumbing or utility lines, but it always includes many of your home’s most important structural components. So when crawl space wood rot strikes, it is not a problem to ignore […]
Vapor Barrier Installation: The Key to Keeping Your Crawl Space Dry
When you think waterproofing, chances are your mind immediately goes to sump pumps and drain tile. If you have a crawl space foundation, however, one of the most crucial elements in preventing water damage to your home requires no electricity and no piping: a vapor barrier. Vapor barriers consist of plastic sheeting but can be […]
Crawl Space Repairs – From Repairing Piers to Replacing Joists
When Your Crawl Space Foundation Needs Repairs, Turn to Pierman Not all foundations are built the same, and therefore not all of them experience the same problems. That means that each kind requires a different kind of repair. Crawl space repairs are going to, for instance, be different from slab-on-grade repairs, even if the symptoms […]
5 Reasons Crawl Space Waterproofing Is Essential for Your Home’s Health
When most people talk about waterproofing a home, the focus is on keeping water out of living spaces, be it the basement or the main floor with a slab foundation. For homes with crawl spaces, however, water problems can be just as damaging, even if it is just high humidity. That is why a form of crawl space waterproofing is a must for homes with them.
What Causes Spongy Floors and How to Repair Them
If you have ever walked on a foam mat, you know the sensation is different than walking on a solid surface. There is more give to each step and it feels like the floor is spongy. There are plenty of places where that extra “give” is a good thing. Your home’s flooring, however, is not […]
What Will Happen If I Don’t Get My Foundation Fixed?
Homeowners often wonder about the consequences of postponing foundation repair work and opting for only minor fixes. The unexpected need for repairs can be a financial challenge, as the costs are often a concern. Owning a house may sometimes require decisions about which tasks are more important and practical financially than others. When given the […]
