A wide variety of factors can lead to foundation cracks. Some of the most common causes include poor drainage, ground movement, soil settling, poor construction methods, improper materials, and inadequate or failed waterproofing systems.
With flood damage, remember that the longer water is allowed to settle in the home, the more destruction and damage it will ultimately cause. It’s important to get a storm damage repair professional in as soon as possible following the flooding incident.
Basement defined: A basement, as defined by Dictionary.com, is a "story of a building, partly or wholly underground."
Those of us who provide excavation services owe a debt of gratitude to the Ferwerda brothers of Cleveland, Ohio. In the 1940s, they developed the first hydraulic excavator by attaching “hydraulic units” to a rotating triangular boom, which could accommodate either a bucket or blade.
Did you know that foundation damage can occur without any catastrophic event occurring? As a building’s foundation settles, cracks and other foundation issues can occur.
There are some warning signs that indicate that your drainage is clogged. For instance, if your drain is running slower than usual or allowing the water to pool, then there is a clog.
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When drainage is poor around a building, foundation problems can develop. If you have pools of standing water near the home on a regular basis (after rains or watering), or there has been construction near the pad, let us examine the slope and make repairs if a problem exists.
Have you been noticing that your yard or flower bed has been holding water? Reach out to us and we shall ensure that it is corrected to allow for proper drainage.
Don’t think that flooding is only a danger from hurricanes and tropical storms. In Nashville in 2010, nearly 20 inches of rain over two days left 11,000 structures with major flood damage. More than 4,000 property owners were paid about $226 million for their flood damage.
What is the SWR Institute? It’s the Sealant Waterproofing and Restoration Institute, the professional trade association for commercial waterproofing contractors, manufacturers, and designers. They focus on training, education and industry standards, and conduct validation tests on waterproofing products.
Having your facility inspected regularly for backflow will ensure that any problems are caught before they become costly or dangerous. Contact us to know about your backflow prevention options.
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There are several signs to look for that your foundation is settling unevenly and that you may have problems developing. This includes cracks in brick, drywall, tile, and stucco, as well as windows and doors that suddenly stick and sloping floors.
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Every building is made to withstand water and the elements, but over time water can erode almost anything, after all, it created the Grand Canyon. Waterproofing experts can inspect all your seals and leak-prone areas to repair any erosion before it starts causing problems.
Some property owners consider going without flood insurance if they are not located in a high-risk flood area. However, 1 out of 4 flood insurance claims is submitted by a property owner located outside traditional flood-prone areas, according to the U.S. government.
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The stair-step cracks in your concrete block foundation are more than unsightly. Typically, they’re an indication of an underlying structural problem, such as moisture accumulating in the soil and putting pressure on footings and foundation walls.
Drainpipes are available in many varieties and sizes. There are also a number of materials to choose from, ranging from PVC to copper to steel.
Although your main level may provide all the living space your family needs, storage could be quite another matter. Remember: basement storage is only a good idea when you’ve ensured that it’s properly waterproofed so that your things aren’t ruined.
What are additional living expenses? In a homeowner’s or rental policy, that’s the money spent for living expenses when the home or apartment is not habitable. In floods, many insurance companies pay additional living expenses only if residents are ordered out of their homes.
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Laura Vaccariello Melnick recommends ABV Contractors Co.
November 18 at 11:28 AM ·
Mike and his crew were professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with! No question they saved our home from future flooding issues. Highly recommend them!!!
Mike and his crew were professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with! No question they saved our home from future flooding issues. Highly recommend them!!!
How can you protect your backflow prevention assembly in freezing weather? To protect from freezing weather, permanent outdoor assemblies must be in an approved enclosure that meets the American Society of Sanitary Engineering Standard 1060.
Because the pressure of soils is greater the further down we go, when we find horizontal cracks along the bottom of a foundation wall we know it is because of this increased pressure. It also indicates the problem is not related to frost.
While your kitchen sink may still drain even with a partial blockage, you may want to attend to it right away. Leaving it the way it is will eventually result in a full blockage that is not only harder to fix, but is really unsanitary as well.
Getting your home’s foundation fixed is usually not a repair you want to wait on. The longer you wait to repair the foundation, the more damage you might have to fix.
Are you concerned the flood damage to the exterior of your home will require more than just a fresh coat of paint to restore? No matter what kind of damage your home incurred, we’re always available to lend a hand with repairs.
Did you know that vacuum excavation reduces the surprises, associated costs, and delays during the construction stage of a project? This is especially useful when latent subsurface conditions are present.
