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Foundation settling is typically expected in any home, and you may even see small cracks because of it. But sometimes you might see a large horizontal crack across the wall with the wall looking like it is angled inward. This is called a bowed wall. So what are the causes and what are the solutions … Continue reading Bowing Wall Repair: Causes and Solutions
Winter is on its way, and the snow and freezing temperatures come with it. Many homeowners have egress windows in their basements. An Egress window is a large window with a well to provide an emergency entrance or exit. In many areas of Nebraska and Iowa, egress windows are required by law for basements used … Continue reading Prepare Your Basement for Winter With Egress Window Covers
Many homeowners usually don’t think about how the soil around and underneath their house can affect the foundation, but many problems can derive from different soil conditions. Whether this involves soil types, soil preparations before building or soil changes that have taken place, the cause of many foundation problems stems from, well, dirt. How Soil … Continue reading How Soil Can Affect a Home’s Foundation
So, you have decided that your basement needs work, but now, how do you prepare for waterproofing services? There are a handful of things that will make things easier, both for you and the repairman. Let’s talk about some housekeeping that you can do to ensure everything goes smoothly while your home is being repaired. … Continue reading How Should You Prepare for Waterproofing?
Is basement waterproofing covered by insurance? The short answer is no. Although, there are a few policies you may want to consider if your home is in an area susceptible to flooding. Read this article to learn how to get your house covered! Insurance Policy Even though your insurance may not cover basement waterproofing, it … Continue reading Is Basement Waterproofing Covered By Insurance?
Should I Worry About Mold in My Crawl Space? Have you heard about the benefits of a vapor barrier? Moisture in your crawl space can cause unwelcome issues in your home. The rainy summers and snowy winters in eastern Nebraska and western Iowa can wreak havoc on your crawl space. The high water table causes … Continue reading Crawl Space Repair: Benefits of a Vapor Barrier
There are many reasons why your slab foundation might need repairs. In this blog, we’ll address some common slab foundation problems that homeowners encounter and ways to repair these problems. Common Problems Disruption in the Slab Just like it sounds, a slab disruption is something that causes your slab to buckle or sink. This can … Continue reading Common Slab Foundation Problems
Finishing your basement is an excellent way to add livable space to any house. Still, a finished basement, particularly with the addition of bedrooms, has additional criteria that must be met. When drawing up your plans, be aware that you may need to install egress windows during your basement remodeling project. What is an egress … Continue reading Install Egress Windows during Basement Remodeling
Chimneys and fireplaces hold a special place for many people. Fireplaces are reminiscent of warm and cozy nights on a cold day, or lighting up a fire on a holiday morning. So when a chimney or fireplace is having some wear and tear, it may lead homeowners to worry about the rest of their home. … Continue reading How to Repair Chimney Cracks
If the exterior of your house is made of brick, you will likely have or will eventually see cracks in the bricks. Most homeowners make the mistake of thinking that this is a cosmetic issue and that it can wait or be temporarily repaired. In reality, any crack in those bricks points to a deeper … Continue reading Cracked Brick Repair: More Than a Surface Issue