Sometimes the difference between Foundation and Footings might be a little confusing, not in small part because these parts aren’t...

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....

Buying a house is not something that should ever be taken lightly (not that we have to say it, though). It is a huge commitment and...

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

Remodeling is only a natural part of owning a house. Part of the circle of life, shall we say. Or at least, part of inhabiting a home....

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...

While we have previously touched upon de subject of pier and beam foundations, today we will be talking specifically about what inherent...

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...

In this post we will explore how cooking oil became the bane of my house and how it was responsible for my foundation failing and all the...

It is no secret that crawlspaces in pier and beam foundations can harbor mold. And while for some mold might be less of an immediate...

In our previous post we went over general information regarding home insurance like what they cover, what they exclude, types of coverage...