Signs of a Sinking Foundation: A Spring-Cleaning List
Looking for Signs of a Sinking Foundation: One More Thing to add to the Spring-Cleaning List It may not feel like it quite yet, but spring is right around the corner—we promise. Depending on where you live, this will mean things like putting on shorts and flinging open the windows the moment the temperature rises […]
Freeze & Thaw Impacts
Does Your Concrete Have Freeze-Thaw Cycle Damage? Did you know that concrete poured at four inches thick expands at a quarter inch per 100 feet? While that might not sound like a lot, it can have a big impact on the appearance and life of your concrete. All concrete expands and contracts as temperatures rise […]
Perma-Seal Concrete Slab Leveling for Industrial & Commercial Buildings
Perma-Seal has helped countless homeowners with sunken driveways, porches, sidewalks and patios, but many may not realize we also live on concrete slabs on a commercial scale. Interior slab leveling made easy. Our PolyLevel® Concrete Lifting & Leveling service can effectively raise uneven floors inside your warehouse or commercial property with little or no disruption […]
Hear it From Lou! Foundation Problems
SPONSORED CONTENT Without a strong foundation your home is crap. By Lou Manfredini I’m kidding, but actually its true. Unless your home is sitting on a solid foundation then all the drywall, paint, granite or wood floors you add will not look or perform correctly. If you have noticed the doors are sticking, the windows […]
Why Foundation Repair is NOT a DIY Job
Our company works with homeowners everyday to diagnose their foundation issues and implement a permanent fix. Occasionally, we are called out to a home after a homeowner has tried to fix the problem themselves. This is NEVER a good idea. Problems with your home’s foundation can affect safety and property value. Foundation problems are complicated. […]
Sealed Joints Keep Concrete in Good Shape
Sealing the joints in your concrete will help keep it looking brand new for years to come. First off, what do we mean when we say “joints in your concrete?” When new concrete gets poured, oftentimes the contractor will make cuts in the top of the concrete. These cuts in the concrete slab, sometimes called […]
Horizontal & Vertical Movements
If you’re seeing cracks in your walls, the wall separating from the floor or ceiling, or maybe you’re concerned that your walls seem to be bowing or caving in – chances are you have a foundation problem. There are many reasons why a home’s foundation may be experiencing issues. A contractor trained specifically in foundation […]
Foundation and Crawl Space Repair Options to Avoid
Think you may have problems with your crawl space or foundation? The helpful document below can provide you with some insight into what could be going on and common repair options that should be avoided.
How Your Chimney Can Indicate You Have a Foundation Issue
Your chimney can sometimes feel like an accessory to the outside of your home. However, the chimney is very much a part of the structure of the home and problems with the chimney can indicate larger foundation issues at play. Leaning or separating chimneys pose the biggest concern. A homeowner who can see the chimney […]
Tips to Keep Your Home Warm & Dry
Now that it’s officially winter, the temperatures in the forecast tend to trend downward, making it a little harder to keep your home warm and cozy. Here are a couple tips to keep in mind that will help your home stay warmer and remain dry not only during the winter months, but all year round: […]
