We’ve often discussed the dangers of excess water around your foundation—probably one of the most frequently covered topics on this blog....

Previously, we provided a general introduction to wall bracing, as well as a more detailed discussion on wall bracing for basements....

What is wall bracing? Wall Bracing refers to the system or method used to resist lateral (sideways) forces acting on a structure, such as...

It should come as no surprise that the air we breathe has a major impact on our health. The same applies to the air inside your home....

Crawlspaces are unbuilt areas beneath a house that provides a buffer between the house and the ground below. It also provides access to...

Retaining walls are not uncommon. They generally can be seen in big yards with different elevations. Landscapers make great use of these...

BUGS. Those disgusting little critters are a thing of nightmares for the vast majority of the population. Most of us feel repulsed...

The advantages in having a sump pump in your crawlspace has been touched on previously and in more detail in our blog. Needless to say a...

As pier and beam home owners know, crawlspaces in spite of their practicality and the many advantages that they offer, are unfortunately...

Sometimes we are asked when is a good time to have a plumbing test done. And the truth is, a plumbing test is a always a good idea....

Soil erosion is defined as a gradual process that occurs when the impact of water or wind detaches  and removes soil particles, causing...

The most essential thing that every single building needs is a foundation that can hold the weight throughout the entire structure, going...

Landscape is the process, which can sometimes reach the level of art, of making a yard or piece of land more attractive by altering the...

What exactly is a french drain and how it can help to keep my foundation safe? Those and many more questions regarding french drains will...

French drains are of great benefit to your foundation. But like all things, maintenance is very important to ensure that it continues...

Your foundation has been repaired. The ordeal is over. Your house is safe. Time to rest on your laurels. Or is it? For long we’ve talked...

It might be possible that you’ve heard of the need of having dehumidifiers in your crawlspace before, but have you ever wondered why...

We can’t stop the rain season from coming, any more than we can stop the dry season either. But the one thing we can do is prepare for...

Time and again we’ve spoken about seasonal weather changes; soil being too dry, soil being too moist, but the fact of the matter is most...

‘I think that I shall never see A poem lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is prest Against the earth's sweet flowing breast; A...