If you have had a chimney inspection and received the all-clear, but your fireplace is sending smoke inside your home, it is a serious concern. Fireplace smoke can damage furniture, walls and carpets. The acrid smell can be very difficult to remove. The smoke releases particulates into the home that can adversely affect the health…
When most people think of the foundation problems that can affect their home, they are usually considering the spring and fall. The heavy rains these seasons bring can cause significant and obvious damage, but the same can happen in winter. With the ground frozen, it can be harder to detect foundation problems because there may…
When you have a problem with your home’s foundation, you need to hire an expert to get it repaired right the first time. Waiting to repair the problem or choosing an inferior contractor can make the difference in saving your home without spending more than is necessary. Experience Means Expertise While mixing up a batch…
Is your concrete driveway or patio sinking? Concrete is an excellent material for slabs, patios and driveways, but it isn’t indestructible. Weather cycles and house settling can both cause your concrete to sink, leaving you with an uneven, unsightly mess. Let’s look at some frequent questions regarding sinking and uneven concrete slabs. Do You Need…
When you enter your home, you are entering your castle and place of retreat. The feeling of relaxation and home should hit you as you approach the steps and doorway. However, when those steps are sunken and broken, not only do they spoil that welcome home, they also pose a safety hazard. What Causes Sunken…
As the leaves pile up on the lawn, the fireplace indoors entices, doesn’t it? The falling temperatures mean running your furnace and using your fireplace are about to re-enter the routine. Have you had your chimney inspected? It’s always wise to get your chimney inspected in the fall before you start adding fuel to the…
Are you preparing to sell your home in Atlanta? When potential buyers come for a viewing, defects in the foundation and masonry are usually on the checklist. Once the property is on the market, addressing these issues becomes stressful. If you want to start the process the right way, consider having an inspection carried out.…
Do you have one or more chimneys attached to your home? There are two primary reasons that homeowners may request a chimney inspection. If you are concerned about structural problems or safety, having the structure assessed is recommended. Homeowners who are seeking to sell a property will also need to have structures such as the…
A properly built deck will have some sort of foundation under the support posts. If you installed sturdy supports but your deck seems unlevel, your foundations or footings may be sinking. You may need a deck post repair before the footings fail and take the deck down with them. Once footings or foundations begin to…
There are two types of difficult foundation problems. The first is a sinking foundation. If a building is exposed to excessive moisture, the ground around the foundation may erode, allowing the foundation to sink. Sinking foundations in Atlanta can be catastrophic to the structural integrity, appearance and value of a building. The second situation is…
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