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Category: Homeowner Tips

Driveway Repairs: PolyLevel vs. Re-Pouring New Concrete

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If you own a home, chances are you have a driveway. In our region, driveways often suffer from cracks and sinking due to the soil beneath the concrete slabs. During periods of rain or moisture, the soil softens, causing the weight of the concrete to make the slab sink. Conversely, when the soil dries out, […]

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Why Mudjacking Isn’t the Best Fix for Sunken Concrete

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Let’s face it: uneven concrete is not just unsightly, it’s a hazard that can diminish your property’s value and pose a danger as a trip hazard. Whether it’s your sinking driveway, sidewalk, patio, or pool deck, it demands attention and a proper fix.But what do you think the best approach is to fix your uneven […]

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What Your Sticking Windows and Doors Are Telling You

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Your home’s windows might just provide valuable insight into its foundation health. When doors and windows start sticking in their frames, it’s tempting to dismiss it as a minor inconvenience or a charming quirk of an older home. However, these issues can signal a deeper problem related to foundation settling. Foundation settling occurs unevenly over […]

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Five Home Improvement Projects You Should Never DIY

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If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve taken on a DIY project at some point. Achieving success in these endeavors can be immensely satisfying. However, when you find yourself in over your head halfway through a project, it can quickly turn into a daunting ordeal. Certain DIY tasks, like fixing a running toilet or painting […]

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Top 4 Essential Questions to Ask Your Contractor

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We’ve all encountered frustrating experiences with home repair contractors at some point. They might cancel appointments, arrive late, leave a mess behind, or surprise you with unexpected charges. Once they’ve started the work, you often feel obligated to continue, even if things aren’t going smoothly. But there’s a simple way to avoid many of these […]

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Limiting Mold Exposure

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There must have been a way to prevent this. There must have been some sort of action that the apartment complex could have taken to squander this issue from the beginning. It would have saved time and money for all parties. Currently there are no federal regulations in place to guide the owners and operators […]

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How Drought Affects Your Home’s Foundation

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In many regions, summer signifies more than just warm temperatures. As the vibrant showers of spring yield to the scorching, arid spells of late July and August, the clay soils beneath our fading lawns start to dry and contract. Yet, it’s not just the soil beneath our lawns that undergoes this shrinkage; the soil beneath […]

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Does your basement have water damage?

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Do you know if your basement has water damage? Schedule your appointment today, and let us inspect your basement for water damage for free! […]

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How The Frost Line Affects Your Home’s Foundation

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When homeowners hear the word “frost,” they often think about protecting their outdoor plants from freezing temperatures. However, frost can also pose a significant threat to the foundation of your home. Frost occurs when water in the ground freezes due to cold temperatures, creating a layer of ice. Just like the thin layer of ice […]

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What is the Cost of Fixing a Crack?

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After a house is constructed, it typically settles into its place, often revealing itself through subtle signs like hairline cracks in interior walls or the occasional creak in the night. These are common occurrences and usually nothing to worry about. However, if those cracks begin to widen or if other issues such as sticking doors, […]

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