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Basement Waterproofing Tips
Posted on February 16, 2022

Basements Waterproofing With the arrival of Spring comes the inevitable rainfall that will saturate the soil and humidity in the warm environment. The last thing you want is a moldy humid basement. Mold and stagnant moisture can lead to health problems such as allergies, uncomfortable living conditions, and damaged foundation. Keep your basement dry with

Woodpecker Management
Posted on January 24, 2022

Have You Ever Heard A Woodpecker At Work If you live in the woods, you are prone to all sorts of wildlife passing by your home. Insects are looking for warm places to hibernate. If it were not for the cold weather, the insects in your area would overpopulate. The woodpecker, found in the Eastern

Home Maintenance Plan for the New Year
Posted on January 15, 2022

Yearly Home Maintenance With the start of each year, the weather warms up, and the outdoors becomes more manageable. Despite the fresh start, our homes have endured harsh summer heat, the rotting leave in our gutters, and the cold icy elements. You need to prepare and replenish for the year ahead. Having a home maintenance

The Perfect Chimney Design
Posted on December 30, 2021

Finding The Perfect Chimney Design A chimney design can add a decorative touch and charm to your home. The design should fit easily into your home’s plan. Whether you have a small cottage or a new contemporary home you are contracting, chimneys allow us to maximize the heat during the colder months. Think of it

Noticing Cracks In Your Home’s Drywall
Posted on December 23, 2021

Have You Seen Horizontal Cracks In Your Drywall? Horizontal Cracks in drywall are a concern that can leave homeowners puzzled, apprehensive, and stressed out. You do not necessarily want to leave horizontal cracks unattended. Having accurate information can help you save money in the long run. Here are why horizontal cracks may appear in drywall

Fireproof Your Home This Winter
Posted on November 30, 2021

Keep Your Home Safe – Fireproof It The Winter season a time to spend snug and warm inside with family and loved ones. Unfortunately, some have experienced losing a home to fires or explosions. Many fires are preventable. These factors are the most common reasons fires in homes start. Here are a few ideas on

Save On Energy Bills
Posted on November 29, 2021

Energy Bills – Ways To Save You can maximize savings on energy bills while protecting your home and staying safe. Here are a few tips to save money on your heating.Ā  Insulation You want to keep your family warm this winter. Any cracks in the foundation, walls or crawlspace allow warm air to leak out.

Chimney – Can You Spot Damage In Yours
Posted on October 31, 2021

Don’t Wait Until Your Chimney Needs Replaced This season, many of us will experience a decrease in temperature. Most homeowners will light up their fireplaces keep their homes toasty and ambient. The mantel adds a decorative experience to your home. Depending on local wood costs, it may even help you save on your energy bill.

5 Reasons to Encapsulate Your Crawl Space
Posted on October 30, 2021

Do I need to spend the money to encapsulate my crawl space? It seems just fine. This mindset may cost you in the future. Since we do not see our crawl space every day, foundation damage may occur without us ever knowing. Not only does a leak in your crawlspace create potential health hazards, but

Should You Repair Slab Foundation Cracks?
Posted on September 30, 2021

Is Your Home Built On a Slab Foundation? Many homeowners choose to ignore slab foundation repair. The most often cited cause is financial worries. Unfortunately, completely ignoring a slab foundation problem can only worsen the situation in the long run. Precautions Safety precautions can be advantageous. Using gutters that divert water away from the foundation

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