Summer means more than just warm weather. As the lush rains of spring give way to the hot, dry spells of late July and August, the clay soils beneath our browning lawns begin to dry up and shrink. But it’s not just the soil beneath our lawns that’s...
Many homeowners are unaware of the severe consequences of someone tripping or falling on their uneven driveway or sidewalk. If someone were to slip and fall on your property, the homeowner might be responsible for the other person’s injuries. Thousands of people...
It’s not just sunburn and heat exhaustion that you should worry about this summer when the weather is dry and hot. Your foundation may be adversely affected by the frequent hot and dry weather in the surrounding areas. Your home or business’ foundation can...
That soggy lawn and those persistent puddles after a storm are more than just an eyesore. They’re clear signs of yard drainage problems that could be putting your home’s foundation at risk. When water has nowhere to go, it saturates the soil around your...
Most homes with a crawl space struggle with excess moisture—if yours is dry, you’re one of the lucky few. These spaces are naturally damp, with humidity often soaring over 70% in the summer. Once the wood moisture content tops 18%, you have a serious risk of...
Are your floors cold and uncomfortable? Here is a solution for you! In extreme weather conditions, cold, uncomfortable floors are the last thing you need! Basement foundations replicate the temperature of the area below the floors above them. Despite wearing socks and...