Have you noticed cracks, bulging, bowing or tilting in your basement wall? Your foundation’s integrity is vital to the structure of your home. Safety and your property value are in jeopardy when there are signs that the strength of a basement wall has been compromised. Signs Your Home Is in Trouble You may have noticed…
Basement walls are typically load-bearing, which means significant structural failure could end in catastrophe. If you suspect that your basement walls are compromised, hiring a professional to assess the damage is critical. There are several signs that may indicate basement walls are failing. While it is helpful to recognize when there is a problem, having…
It would be almost impossible to find a home in Atlanta without a single crack in the basement walls. When the problem is minor, repair options are not all that costly. However, moderate to major cracks are both a safety hazard and potentially expensive to repair. Knowing the difference could save you money if the…
Your boss decided that your work from home (WFH) status will be permanent rather than temporary, as first expected. It turns out they couldn’t afford the rent on the commercial property during the pandemic and had to let it go. Now, you have some decisions to make as well. Since this WFH position will be…
Now that spring is finally here, many people are getting outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather. As they take walks in their neighborhoods or sit in lawn chairs to relax, many people are looking around their property and planning landscaping projects. If this describes you, make sure you consider your home’s foundation before undertaking a…
Suburban homes are commonly built on basements. This added square footage provides excess space for family members to spread out, makes room for extra storage, and allows easy entry from the backyard. While the basement is not considered the “heart of the home,” it is often the best indicator of your home’s health. The next…
When people think of the “heart” of the home, they typically think of the kitchen. The kitchen is where thousands of meals are prepared throughout the years, and where memories are made, passed down from one generation to the next. While the kitchen may be where the heart is, the basement is where the best…
When foundation problems begin to show themselves in your basement walls, it is time to contact a structural expert. Hydrostatic pressure can cause cracks in the walls of your basement, flood your basement, and ultimately cause significant structural damage to your home. Hydrostatic pressure is the outward and downward pressure that is caused by standing…
One thing we tell our clients is to be constantly aware of any changes occurring to your home. An easy way to do this is to make “seasonal checks” of your home. At the turn of each season, do a walk-through of your home (both inside and out) and look for any changes in the…
A home on a basement is a great asset to many families. A basement provides great space to store things such as tools, Christmas decorations, boxes of memories, and more. A basement also provides extra room in a home for an expanding family when a new baby arrives or parents move in. Having a basement…
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