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Do I Need Crawl Space Vent Covers?

It is wise to cover your crawl space vents. Crawl space vents are now known to allow moisture and pests into your crawl space. This can cause problems with dampness and mold, but also make it hard to control the temperature and climate in your home.  Keep Out Dirt and Dampness  Vent covers keep water […]

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Can I Fix My Sump Pump by Myself?

There are some sump pump issues you can fix on your own. Clogs, debris buildup, and dead batteries, for example, are all things that you can fix on your own. If you have tried clearing debris, checking the switch, and replacing the battery, and your sump pump still won’t work, it’s time to call an […]

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Why Won’t My Sump Pump Work?

Many things can cause your sump pump to fail. The most common causes of sump pump failure are debris buildup, blockages, a floating switch failure, and clogged or frozen discharge lines.  Debris/Sediment Build Up  Because your sump pump receives all of the water that gets into your property, as well as the debris that it […]

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Why Are Sump Pumps Important?

Your property’s sump pump is its first and last line of defense against flooding and water damage, especially when storms roll around. By activating when there is water present in your home, they provide efficient protection from many issues.  Standing Water  Without a sump pump, water would simply build up in your property over time. […]

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The Benefits of Professional Repair

While you can address and fix the tertiary damage caused by a damaged or unstable foundation, you will not be able to fix the foundation or the water leaks beneath it yourself. As such, the problems will recur and escalate. That’s why it is so important to contact a foundation repair professional to fully assess […]

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How Can I Fix Cracks in My Basement?

If you already have cracks and leaks in your basement, it can be tempting to try a DIY fix, but you should not do this. Structural damage requires professional assessment and attention to ensure that all underlying causes have been addressed.  Book an Inspection  If you have found spreading cracks in your basement walls or […]

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Why Is My Basement Floor Cracking?

There are many possible reasons why your basement floor and walls could be cracking. The most likely cause is outside of your home, however. Once these cracks form, they allow water to seep into your basement, causing many other issues. These same issues can also cause your house to sink.  The most common causes are:  […]

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Can I Fix Foundation Heave Myself?

You can certainly take steps to improve your yard and home’s ability to drain water, but if you have already experienced foundation damage as a result of soil expansion, you should contact an expert.  Foundation Repair Is Difficult  Any foundation damage should be dealt with by professionals, first and foremost because it is incredibly difficult […]

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What Are the Causes of Foundation Heave?

Foundation heave is caused by soil expansion. The most common causes of soil expansion are:  Excessive Saturation  Excessive soil saturation as a result of flooding can cause soil expansion and foundation heave, but this is only when sudden freezes follow saturation. If the soil becomes saturated in warmer weather, it is far more likely that […]

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What Is Foundation Heave?

In short, foundation heave is the opposite of foundation settlement or subsidence. Foundation heave most often occurs in winter because of the way sudden freezes affect the soil.  Snap Freeze  A sudden freeze is more likely to cause frost heave because it freezes the top layer of soil solid before the frost reaches deeper. As […]

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