Concrete cracks in nearly every wall in a basement. Builders and contractors plan for this cracking by placing steel reinforcing inside the concrete walls. Even though the concrete has cracked, this reinforcement maintains the strength of the wall and it is not a problem for a typical home’s foundation. Ways Water gets into the Basement […]
Many homes that have concrete basements have foundation cracks. This is a normal situation because as the concrete cures it shrinks in volume. This shrinkage creates stresses in the concrete wall. To relieve the stress, the concrete cracks. The most common areas for a “shrinkage crack” to occur are in the middle of a long […]
If your basement leaks I am sure you are tired of the headaches it causes. But what can you do? You have basically 2 choices: either call an expensive contractor, or do it by yourself. Do it yourself basement waterproofing can be a simple task if you choose the right product, and it will help […]
The most common type of structural foundation damage in the basement is due to damage caused by water. There are many different reasons how water can get into the basement area. If enough water gets in, there is possibility of damage. Steps to Prevention: Waterproofing your basement is the best way to prevent possible foundation […]
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