How To Fix a Leaking Basement Wall: 9 Tips
A leaking basement is a very common issue in homes. Whether your home’s foundation walls are made of poured concrete or masonry, they might show signs of leaking. If you notice that water is coming into your basement through the walls, your foundation is likely experiencing hydrostatic pressure. In this blog, we will cover the […]
6 Signs Your House is Settling and How to Fix It?
Over time, your home may settle due to expansive soil, excessive moisture, and faulty raw materials. However, if the settling and shifting are causing issues throughout your home, you may need foundation repair. Spotting your home’s foundation problems in the early stages and fixing them right away can save you from costly repairs and restore […]
How Seasonal Change Affects Foundations and How to Deal With It
Foundations are vulnerable to changes in the soil resulting from seasonal changes. Although shifts in the weather do not cause foundation damage overnight, they tend to take their toll gradually. Dry seasons may cause soil shrinkage, while wet seasons may lead to soil expansion and water damage. Luckily, several methods lower the risk of foundation […]
10 Signs That Your Home Needs Foundation Repair
Foundation problems often develop gradually but that does not mean they aren’t serious. To avoid having to replace your foundation, it’s important to keep an eye out for the most common signs of foundation damage, including cracked walls, bulging floors, and doors that won’t close properly. The sooner you notice the signs of any foundation […]
Tips On Freeze Proofing Your Pipes
Did you know a burst pipe can cost more than $5,000.00, according to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety? Every winter, Lamunyon Dry Out & Foundation Repair will get several calls as a result of frozen pipes. If not the winter, then spring, when we tend to let our guard down. If this […]
Prevent Spring Flooding And Sewage Backup In Your Home
Spring can be a welcome relief after a long winter of cold and snow. But it’s not always rainbows and butterflies, especially as warmer temps cause snow to melt in mass while also leading to rainier weather from up above. Before you know it, flooding is on the rise, and your home is at risk […]
Reasons to Waterproof Your Basement and Foundation
Basements and foundations are the most common areas for flooding to begin. As homeowners, we don’t often think about waterproofing our basements or foundations any more than they already are. However, adding a few improvements to the lower levels of your home can have a lasting effect by helping to prevent long-term issues related to […]
Why Crawl Space Encapsulation Should be Left to the Pros
Crawl space encapsulation is a cost effective investment that will help protect your home. Crawl spaces tend to be great places for bugs to hide and can provide the dark damp conditions where many pests are found. They can also have high humidity levels which make a great environment for mold spores to attach and […]
Water Damage Restoration – Signs and Solutions
The key to preventing water damage problems from growing out of control on your property is simple: notice the damage and put a stop to it as soon as possible. To help you do this, here are eight of the main signs of water damage you should look out for from our water damage restoration […]
Waler Wall Support System
What is a Waler Wall Support System and Why Would my Home Need One? The Waler Wall Support System is engineered to add structural stability to a previously bowed wall. We install them laterally to stabilize the foundation wall from further inward movement. They are adjustable and, in some cases, used to push a wall […]