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Key Takeaways Many wet basements start with surface water. During evaluations, we look for clogged gutters, negative grading, and short downspouts; improving drainage can reduce the amount of interior waterproofing your home needs. In Kansas, hydrostatic pressure from clay soil causes persistent basement moisture, which calls for a professionally designed interior drainage system rather than […]

Key Takeaways Prevention reduces risk, limits demolition and disruption, and typically costs less over time than reacting to emergencies that often require intensive drying and mold remediation. Kansas’s clay-heavy soils swell when wet and shrink during heat waves, stressing foundations and inviting seepage. Mold can start within 24 hours and become visible in 48–72 hours. […]

Key Takeaways Leaving foundation damage unresolved often cuts 10%–20% from market value, narrows the buyer pool, and can stall or sink financing approvals. Professional repairs protect existing equity by returning the home to market norms rather than pushing value above comparable sales. Completing repairs before listing usually leads to stronger offers, fewer concessions, and faster […]

Discovering a damp basement or noticing your foundation walls starting to bow is stressful for any homeowner. Often, the hidden culprit behind these issues is hydrostatic water pressure. This pressure gradually builds up as the soil saturates with water, and it puts significant strain on your house. And if you’ve ever noticed unusual dampness, cracks, white […]

Key Takeaways Main difference: Push piers are driven downward with hydraulic force. Helical piers are rotated into the ground with screw-like plates. Better system: The right system depends on structural weight, footing condition, soil behavior, access, and repair goals. Push pier fit: Push piers are often used when a settled foundation needs support from bedrock […]

Key Takeaways Small signs can grow: Cracks, settlement, and wall movement may spread when soil movement or moisture pressure continuously affects the home. Kansas soil can add pressure: Clay-rich soil may swell during wet periods and shrink during dry ones, putting repeated stress on foundations. Water needs a fast response: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency […]

A sump pump is a critical component of your home’s waterproofing system, and in many cases, it runs continuously to address rising water levels. Over time, your sump pump can start making odd noises, fail to activate during a rainstorm, or stop working altogether due to a malfunction. If you’ve ever wondered how to fix […]

Foundation cracks are a common problem in homes. In many cases, cracks appear on concrete foundations during the curing process, and these are so minor that they appear to be a non-issue. But sometimes, they’re a sign of a serious underlying problem, and if left unaddressed, can spiral into much worse situations. When are foundation […]

Lamunyon Dry Out & Foundation Repair was recently featured on Fox 43, where our very own Alex Schnell spoke with Fox 43 AM Live’s Dane Kroll about foundation settling and piering systems used to repair it. He discussed warning signs, such as cracks in foundations, and described how push pier and helical pier systems can […]

Lamunyon Dry Out & Foundation Repair was recently featured on Fox 43, where Alex Schnell, owner of Lamunyon, spoke with Fox 43 AM Live’s Dane Kroll about water damage in homes during winter. We shared expert insights into the leading causes of water damage in homes, along with our comprehensive services, including emergency water damage […]