Home improvement has come a long way over the last several decades, and this is true for every aspect of our homes. From roofing to insulation to basement repair and wall stabilization, the tools and upgrades available are drastically different than they were for our parents. Older block foundations are particularly inferior to their newer
Most homeowners don’t realize the crucial role that gutters play in protecting their house from foundation damage. They are designed to gather water and direct it to ground with sloping that will transport it far away from your foundation. Without them, rainwater would cascade down the walls and form pools around your home. Over time,
It is truly shocking how many homeowners don’t know that water is the cause of most foundation problems. Water can eat away the soil that your home rests on or rot your wooden supports. It can even cause some types of soil to expand and apply great amounts of force, which can cause severe cracks