Many homes are built without window wells and end up with water damage and constant flooding in the basement. While many homeowners are familiar with the damages that can arise without window wells, others have no idea. Unsecured basement windows,… Read More
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Why the Foundation of Your Home Matters
Every home is built on a foundation. While just about everyone realizes that a foundation is needed, most people don’t understand exactly why a foundation is so important. Even more people don’t realize that the design of a home’s foundation… Read More
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Are Gutter Extensions Really Necessary?
Gutter extensions are a tool that some homeowners see as an unnecessary add-on. In reality, they are an incredibly important part of your yard when it comes to proper water drainage. If your gutter system has frequent difficulties or your… Read More
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Crawl Space Issues and How to Care for Them
Do you have a crawl space in your home? Waterproofing your crawl space is an essential part of properly maintaining this vulnerable home area. Without proper crawl space waterproofing, you can have major mold, mildew, and insect problems. If you… Read More
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The Causes Of Mold
Mold is a really difficult problem in the home for a lot of people. Mold can cause breathing issues like asthma, lead to fatigue, loss of energy and headaches. There are a lot of reasons why mold persists in people’s… Read More
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Why Using A Small Company Is Better
Customers are always searching for three things when looking for a store to purchase from or a company to hire: efficiency, quality, and value. Many large companies lack these three basic tenants of good business, but many small companies, like… Read More
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The Effects Of Mold Testing And How To Determine If It’s Needed
Nobody wants to plan on needing mold testing, but if you have recently suffered any flooding or water damage at your property, it’s a must. The longer that you allow mold to grow in your home or business, the worse… Read More
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The Dangers of Wall Cracks
The only way to truly determine whether a wall crack is dangerous or not is to have it checked by a professional; that said, you can look at cracks yourself to see whether you need to call someone or not…. Read More
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The Basic Chemistry of Mold and How to Prevent it
If the weather’s been very humid for a few days in a row you might notice mold starting to grow in your home. When it rains for several days it’s especially common to see mold start to grow on walls,… Read More
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Summer Can Be a Dangerous Time for Basement Mold!
Last week, we looked at the many dangers that the summertime humidity can bring to your home – especially the basement. One of the most common problems during the warmer months of the year, primarily due to the consistent humidity,… Read More