Have you found long-term water damage to the foundation or basement of your home in the Niagara Region? Discovering water damage can leave a pit in your stomach and can cause anxiety that your home may be unsafe or that there is a hefty repair bill in your future. But the worst thing that you can do is ignore the problem. The sooner you act, the easier and less expensive the solution will be.
Read MoreThere are a few mistakes that can happen during the construction process that can lead to long-term problems. Here’s what you need to know about them.
Read MoreAs you're walking around the outside of your home, have you noticed that more and more of your foundation is showing where there used to be dirt? This is known as soil erosion, and it can be a big deal for the foundation of your home. Soil erosion in homes in the Niagara Region isn't uncommon, but it does need to be dealt with. Here's what you need to know about it and why it could be a problem for your home long term.
Read MoreHomes along the shorelines of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, or the Niagara Parkway in particular can be at risk, as high-water levels combined with clay soil that doesn’t absorb water very quickly can lead to flooded streets, yards – and if you’re unlucky – basements.
Read MoreHere’s what you should keep in mind when differentiating between footings and foundations.
Read MoreIf you are purchasing a home in the Niagara area, you probably know that it is a smart idea to get a home inspection before you close on the deal. You might not know that it can also be an excellent idea to get a foundation inspection as well.
Read MoreIf you are selling your home that has foundation issues, you have two options. Have the repairs made before you list your home or list your home as-is and hope you can find a buyer.
Read MoreIf you live in the St. Catharines or Niagara area, there are several foundation companies to choose from. But they are not all the same. They may have different specialties, and they may not all perform their work to the same standard.
So, when you need work done on your home, how do you compare foundation repair companies?
Read MoreIf your home has a sump pump, you may understand that it’s important, but you might not know exactly why it’s so important or how it works within your home. We hope that our sump pump always works and keeps water out of our home when we need it most, but that doesn’t mean it’s always going to happen. If your sump pump fails, it’s important to have a backup battery to keep water out of your basement. Here’s what a backup battery does and why it’s such a big deal to have one for your St Catharines or Niagara home.
Read MoreWhen homeowners in the Niagara Region experience leaking foundations, they often want to know whether it is better to make the repairs from the inside or from the outside. The truth is that just about every poured concrete foundation may be repaired from the inside or the outside with great results.
There is no right or wrong answer. The decision on whether to repair your foundation from the inside or the outside depends on several factors.
Read MoreThe strength of a building depends on its foundation. The stronger the building, the more protection you have from the harsh weather conditions happening on the outside. Here’s why you should worry about foundation cracks and what should be done if you have them in your home.
Read MoreEven if you don't have water coming into your basement, cracks in your basement can allow in bugs, rodents and vermin.
Read MoreIf you have a basement or crawlspace that is constantly experiencing problems with moisture or flooding, you know how frustrating it can be. Wet basements can cause all sorts of problems ranging from mold to structural damage. For homeowners in St. Catharines or the Niagara area, one of the simplest solutions to controlling moisture is by installing a sump pump.
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If you discover a bowed basement wall in your home, there’s no time to waste. Here’s what to do!
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With spring comes warmer temperatures, melting snow and the risk of basement water damage. Here's how to prevent it at your home in Hamilton or Niagara.
Read MoreFoundation cracks should never be ignored. Your best option is to contact a professional to inspect them and determine whether the cracks are a result of structural or non-structural damage.
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If you’re a homeowner, discovering that your basement is wet is likely one of your worst nightmares. Before you start to worry, here are some of the biggest myths about repairing leaky basements.
Read MoreIf you have had challenges with a wet basement during the rainier months of the year, you might think that winter would give you a break. But the truth is that in the Niagara Region and across Hamilton, melting snow can be just as damaging to your home’s foundation – especially if there is a lot all at once.
Read MoreThere are two main causes of basement cracks: shrinkage and settlement. Before you panic, know that concrete basements will always crack – and that usually, it rarely results in structural problems.
Read MoreThere’s always a list of desired qualities you’re hoping to find in a new home. Sure, the number of bedrooms, property size and kitchen are important – but what’s most important is often completely overlooked.
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