By Lee AllenAllied Foundation and Crawlspace SolutionsThe Causes of your Home’s Foundation SettlementEvaporation - Hot and dry conditions may cause soil to pull away from the foundation. Settlement due to this foundation moisture imbalance could cause cracks to appear throughout the structure.Transpiration - Tree roots could dehydrate the soil beneath the home causing soil shrinkage.Plumbing … Continue reading Earth Contact Products-The Very Best Solution for Your Foundation Problems
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Sealing Your Concrete Foundation Against Water
By Lee AllenAllied Crawl Space Solutions and Foundation Doctors Eliminate Vapor Transfer Since their inception, all basements face an age old problem…Moisture. As the foundation walls are below grade, the active wedge created around basement foundation walls creates an easy way for rain water to infiltrate the disturbed ground and wreak havoc. The other problem … Continue reading Sealing Your Concrete Foundation Against Water
What’s Under My House & Why Do I Need To Know?
When was the last time you went under your house to check the crawl space. The answer for most homeowners is usually rarely or never. But, if you have crawled under your house, it’s possible you could find humidity, pests, mold and sagging floor joists. What is a crawlspace and what is its function? A … Continue reading What’s Under My House & Why Do I Need To Know?
How to Prepare Your Home for Spring
By Kyle Cooper, Allstate Agency Owner The Cooper Agency Spring can be a great time to clear out clutter and start fresh. But, while you’re organizing closets and cleaning out cabinets, don’t forget to also tackle some basic home maintenance. These checklists may help make it easier to tackle spring home maintenance projects. Rough winter … Continue reading How to Prepare Your Home for Spring
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